MSVCP110.dll Missing or Not Found
What is this error?
The Visual C++ 2012 runtime DLL is missing. Required by games and applications built with Visual Studio 2012.
Common causes
- Visual C++ 2012 Redistributable not installed
- corrupted runtime
- older game requiring legacy runtime
How to fix it
- Install Visual C++ Redistributable 2012 (both x86 and x64) from Microsoft
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"MSVCP110.dll was not found" means you need the Visual C++ 2012 Redistributable. This is a different version than the 2015-2022 package — some older games specifically need the 2012 version.
Common with games from 2012-2015 era: Battlefield 4, Far Cry 3, Tomb Raider 2013, and others.
How to fix it:
- Download the Visual C++ Redistributable for Visual Studio 2012 from Microsoft — install both x86 and x64 versions
- Restart your PC after installation
- If you still get the error, repair the installation: Settings > Apps > find Visual C++ 2012 > Modify > Repair
- Verify game files through Steam/Epic/your launcher
- Check the game's installation folder for a 'redist' or 'vcredist' folder — many games bundle the correct C++ runtime installer
- Run 'sfc /scannow' in an admin Command Prompt if the DLL still isn't found after installing the redistributable
When to seek help
If this error keeps happening after trying the fixes above, it may point to a deeper hardware or system issue. Consider professional help if:
- The crash occurs across multiple games or applications
- You see the same error after a clean Windows install
- Your PC is less than a year old (could be a warranty issue)
- You smell burning or hear unusual sounds from your PC
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