Moved games won't launch

[meatbag]

Hello! The other day I moved some installed games from a large HDD to a smaller m2 SSD by creating another Steam volume on it and migrating through the built-in feature.

The issue is that now they don't run! I tried verifying game files but that didn't fix it. I then tried uninstalling Shadow Tactics completely and reinstalling on the SSD to no avail. There is no error or notification of any kind. When I click 'play' it will bring up the game's load screen for a couple seconds and then just go back to library and the play button lights up again.

I would provide more info but I don't see any more info. Is there some sort of error log? Anyone have any suggestions to fix this? When searching the only answers I can see are to verify and/or reinstall, and that didn't help the people asking either.

[Iceira]

Try add them to anti virus app exception list, or try move 2-3 back and see if that actual is the case or do you have VC++ issue with and why things dont work, normaly all 3 should tll yuo in the system they dont work.

[meatbag]

Shouldn't Defender apart me if it blocks anything? The settings say it should.

[TILLU BADMASS]

It sounds like there might be an issue with how Steam is handling the migrated game files or a compatibility problem with the SSD. Here are some troubleshooting steps to help fix the issue:


1. Check for Error Logs
In Steam, go to Steam > Settings > Interface and enable "Display Steam Debug Console" if available.
Try launching the game, then check logs in:
Steam/logs/content_log.txt
Steam/logs/workshop_log.txt
The game itself might also have logs in Documents/My Games or AppData/Local.


2. Run the Game as Administrator
Go to the game's folder in the new SSD (SteamLibrary/steamapps/common/Shadow Tactics)
Right-click the .exe file and choose Run as administrator.


3. Delete the AppCache
Go to Steam > SteamApps > Common > Shadow Tactics and delete any cache-related files.
Navigate to Steam > appcache and delete the entire folder.
Restart Steam and try again.


4. Check if the SSD is the Issue
Try installing a small game on the SSD that wasn’t previously migrated and see if it runs.
If not, there might be an issue with the SSD’s format or compatibility. Ensure it’s formatted as NTFS (right-click SSD in File Explorer > Properties).


5. Check for Missing Redistributables
Some games require DirectX, Microsoft Visual C++, or .NET Framework.
Go to SteamLibrary/steamapps/common/Shadow Tactics/_CommonRedist/ and install any required redistributables manually.


6. Manually Add the Steam Library Folder
Open Steam > Settings > Storage
Click "Manage Storage Locations", ensure the SSD is properly recognized.
If not, click "Add Library Folder" and select the correct path.


7. Disable Full-Screen Optimizations
Right-click the game's .exe > Properties > Compatibility > Check "Disable fullscreen optimizations".


8. Check for Antivirus or Windows Defender Issues
Some security software might block games when moved to a new drive.
Temporarily disable Windows Defender or your antivirus and try launching.

[meatbag]

Moved six games. Just confirmed only the two Shadow Tactics games won't run.

[meatbag]

Hmm... Odd, but it's fixed now! Run as admin didn't seem to be successful, except the subsequent launch works now.

[kurang ajar]

what i have done is i removed the library from the old drive(s) , then made the folder where i moved warzone as the default folder.
So if you moved Warzone from drive G:(old drive) to drive H:(new drive) ,
go to "Settings > Storage", then choose the drive G:(old drive) and click on settings(the 3 little dots) and choose "Remove library". Then i went to drive H:(new drive) , went to settings again (3 little dots ) choose "Repair Library" and i also choose "Make Default" and it worked for me i hope this helps :)