XINPUT1_3.dll Missing or Not Found
What is this error?
An Xbox controller input DLL is missing. Required by games that support Xbox/gamepad input, even if you're using keyboard and mouse.
Common causes
- DirectX End-User Runtime not installed
- corrupted DirectX installation
- game requires legacy XInput library
- Windows system file corruption
How to fix it
- Install DirectX End-User Runtime Web Installer from Microsoft
- verify game files
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Get free AI diagnosis Detailed analysis
"XINPUT1_3.dll was not found" means your system is missing an Xbox controller input library that the game requires. This DLL is needed even if you don't use a controller — the game loads it regardless.
Common in games like Dark Souls, Rocket League (older versions), Assassin's Creed, and many controller-friendly titles.
How to fix it:
- Download and run the 'DirectX End-User Runtime Web Installer' from Microsoft's website — XINPUT1_3.dll is part of the legacy DirectX runtime package
- Restart your PC after installation
- Verify the game's file integrity through Steam/Epic/your launcher
- If the error persists, check if the game has a 'redist' folder in its installation directory — run any setup files inside it
- Run 'sfc /scannow' in an admin Command Prompt to repair system files
- As a last resort, reinstall the game completely
- Never download XINPUT1_3.dll from third-party DLL sites — install the full DirectX runtime package instead
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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