How to Fix Missing DLL Errors in FiveM

How to Fix Missing DLL Errors in FiveM

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Missing DLL errors in FiveM are generally caused by anti-virus software removing critical game files that it falsely identifies as threats. This guide explains how to restore these files and prevent the problem from happening again.

  • Could not load dependent module XINPUT1_4.dll
  • Could not load dependent module CitizenGame.dll
  • Could not load dependent module CitizenFX.dll
  • Error loading component CitizenGame.dll
  • Error loading component [name].dll

Last updated: May 2025

Common Causes

  • Your anti-virus has removed critical FiveM® game files
  • FiveM® game files have become corrupted due to improper shutdown
  • Missing Visual C++ Redistributable packages that FiveM® depends on
  • Partial installation or incomplete update of FiveM®

Solutions for Players

  • Temporarily disable your anti-virus software:
    1. 1
      Follow our guide to temporarily disable your anti-virus
    2. 2
      Once disabled, try launching FiveM® again
    3. 3
      After FiveM® launches successfully, add an exclusion for the FiveM® folder in your anti-virus
  • Repair your FiveM® installation:
    1. 1
      Ensure all FiveM® processes are closed. You can verify this with the Windows® Task Manager
    2. 2
      Delete the %localappdata%/FiveM/FiveM Application Data/caches.xml file
    3. 3
      Try to launch the FiveM® client again - it will automatically redownload missing files
  • If the error persists:
    • Update your Visual C++ Redistributable packages to the latest version
    • Reinstall FiveM® completely after disabling your anti-virus
    • Contact FiveM® support on their official forums if the issue continues

Common Questions About Missing DLL Errors

Answers to frequently asked questions about FiveM® missing DLL errors

Missing DLL errors in FiveM are typically caused by anti-virus software removing critical game files that it falsely identifies as threats, or by game files becoming corrupted due to improper shutdowns or disk errors.

Temporarily disabling your anti-virus is generally safe as long as you're only doing it to repair FiveM and you re-enable it afterward. Make sure to add an exclusion for the FiveM folder before re-enabling your anti-virus to prevent the problem from recurring.

Reinstalling FiveM can fix missing DLL errors, but if your anti-virus is removing the files, the problem will recur unless you add an exclusion for the FiveM folder in your anti-virus settings.

Common DLL files that may be removed or blocked by anti-virus software include CitizenGame.dll, CitizenFX.dll, and various component DLLs that are essential for FiveM's operation.

While less common, Windows updates can occasionally cause compatibility issues that affect DLL files. If you notice FiveM DLL errors appearing immediately after a Windows update, you might need to update FiveM to a newer version that supports the Windows changes.

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