How do i fix my Microsoft visual C ++ runtime Problem

Hello Tristan Talbot,

Good to see you in Microsoft Community.

Firstly, could you let me know the specific system version? You can check it by pressing the Win key + R key, and typing "winver", then press Enter, please take a screenshot/photo of it, and only send the relevant information without PII in the next reply.

You can visit Fix problems that block programs from being installed or removed - Microsoft Support to download the troubleshooter tool to try to fix the issue.





Additionally, as Microsoft visual C ++ runtime is a system core component, it may be used by others components while you uninstalling it, so I suggest you go into Safe mode to uninstall it. Because Safe Mode enables a minimum number of additional services or apps to rule out issues caused by personalized settings and third-party apps.

1. On the desktop click "Start" > "Settings" > "Update & Security" > "Recovery", under "Advanced startup", select "Restart now".
   
2. After restarting, go to "Choose an option" screen, select "Troubleshoot" > "Advanced options" > "Startup Settings" > "Restart".
   
3. After restarting, you'll see a list of options. Select 4 or press F4 (or Fn + 4) to start your PC in Safe Mode. Or if you'll need to use the internet, select 5 or press F5 (or Fn + 5) for Safe Mode with Networking.
   

Visit Start your PC in safe mode in Windows (microsoft.com) to view the specific operation steps.

And you can refer to the links below for more about your problem, hope that helps!

Delete ALL Microsoft C++ - old versions won't uninstall or repair - - Microsoft Community

Latest supported Visual C++ Redistributable downloads | Microsoft Learn

If anything is unclear, please do not hesitate to let me know.

Best Regards,

| Microsoft Community Support Specialist

I was trying to play a game and it said I needed to download: Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime

Hi,

Sorry about this problem

1_Did you try reinstalling your game?

2_Does this error exist only in this game? Or other games have this problem too

This error could be caused by a problem with your Steam account, malware or a problem with your graphics card,

You can visit this site to update your Microsoft Visual C++

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You can use this site to fix your problem

Disclaimer, this is a non-Microsoft website, any click on the ads is the responsibility of the user

I'm having the same issue as well. When I followed the advice given by Kimmy_24, both the game I was trying to download and Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 UWP Desktop Runtime Package appeared but remain stuck in starting download. So, the fix didn't work. Does anyone else have any ideas on how to fix this issue?

Try to reinstall Microsoft Visual C++ programs:

Press the Windows Key + R, appwiz.cpl and then press Enter.

Locate the Microsoft Visual C++ programs in the list.

Select each entry and then click Uninstall.

Download a fresh copy of Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime from here and then install it:

https://www.techpowerup.com/download/visual-c-r...

Standard Disclaimer: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.

Restart your computer and try again. As I said you, we can try a lot of things but unfortunately some work, some not, and some users needed to completely reinstall Windows to solve this issue, unfortunately.