Visual C++ crash on boot, what do I need to download to make the demo work?

[Smoky]

Visual C++ crash on boot, what do I need to download to make the demo work?

[KNightstyleZ]

Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable Package, it should auto install when the game is first started tho, unless you skipped or canceled it.
In this case try validating your steam files of the game to ensure the correct version is downloaded.

[Jerm]

Having the same issue. Tried validating and different versions of Proton, no luck.

[JonJon]

Hi !

How i fixed it:

Download the last Visual C++ Redistributable from microsoft
-> for my computer, it is vc_redist.x64.exe

In steam, Right clic the game's name in your steam library. In properties, go to installed files then clic to browse.

Copy the entire name of the EXE of the game you are trying to run.

Rename the vc_redist.x64.exe to the game name : here, it's DriveBeyondHorizons.exe

Move the games EXE elsewhere.

Place the Redistributable EXE in the game EXE’s place.

Run the game from steam and the Redistributable installer should pop up and install the missing files successfully.

Move the games EXE back to its rightful place and enjoy.

[heritage kings]

No, this is too difficult! I just want to play game!

[mrclownski23]

same here game is just a broken mess

[Muppet Head]

Originally posted by Jerm:

Having the same issue. Tried validating and different versions of Proton, no luck.

If you're on Steam Deck/OS, you can download proton tricks from the discovery store and use that to install the c++ redistributable.