Jump to content
The Dark Mod Forums

TDM can't update


mcmike1489

Recommended Posts

I keep getting this error message saying that "Microsoft Visual C++ redistributable package failed to install. You have to install it yourself in order to run the game. Run vcredist_x86.exe and  vcredist_x64.exe in game directory and make sure installation completes successfully. I already have the latest version of the package from when I update Windows 10 from Windows update. Why is this happening to me? How do I fix it to make it go away?

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Disregard this warning about "Microsoft Visual C++ redistributable". The only case when it is a real problem is when you start TDM and it crashes right away with some dialog box. Since it is not happening to you, it is not a problem for you.

Could you please tell us which version of TDM you have? Also, attach tdm_update.log file which should be created when you run tdm_update.

P.S. I guess the most likely culprit is our sick server not serving some of the files.

  • Thanks 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

I am using TDM version 2.07 as the latest version up to date, no using older versions of the game. Oh ok, maybe whenever the next version for the game which is 2.08 Hopefully it will fix the updating problem. I'm sure it is the server that doesn't recognize the package file for Microsoft Visual C++ redistributable  No need to uninstall and reinstall Microsoft Visual C++ redistributable, I've done that before and it didn't work the way I wanted to so I learned my lesson that time.

tdm_update.log

Edited by mcmike1489
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Yes, just ignore the message if you already installed the package.

Some solutions for the updater:
(but i dont know if the updater does this. but in the update-log you see it detects some things of my vc installation)

  • program the installer that its installing the right bit-version.
    On my x64 system, the updater wants to install the x86. (in the updaterlog it detects my 64-bit system)
  • Using another vc_redist installer, instead of 2017, maybe use 2015-2019.
    (https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/2977003/the-latest-supported-visual-c-downloads)
  • Check if some files already exists.
  • start the vcredist installer in quet-mode, use its log argument and search in the log for error "0x80070666" (=if its already installed)
    (https://www.itninja.com/software/microsoft/visual-c-redistribuable-2017/v14-1)
  • etc.
Edited by freyk

Info: My portfolio and darkmod graphical installer
Amnesty for Bikerdude!

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Guys, don't pay to much attention to this stupid redistributable.

  1. If it does not install, it will not cause any problems. Unless you get immediate crash with a dialog box when you start TDM, simply ignore whatever the updater is saying about it.
  2. The redistributable packages should not collide and make conflicts. You can have many of them installed simultaneously. Sometimes installing a new one upgrades the previous one: in this case everything which worked with older redist should work with the newer redist too.
  3. I have already removed dependency of TDM on VCRedist package, and removed that dreadful "Installing VC Redist" step from updater. Nobody will ever have such problems any more.

 

  • Like 1
  • Thanks 2
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.

Guest
Reply to this topic...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Paste as plain text instead

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.

  • Recent Status Updates

    • Petike the Taffer

      I've finally managed to log in to The Dark Mod Wiki. I'm back in the saddle and before the holidays start in full, I'll be adding a few new FM articles and doing other updates. Written in Stone is already done.
      · 0 replies
    • nbohr1more

      TDM 15th Anniversary Contest is now active! Please declare your participation: https://forums.thedarkmod.com/index.php?/topic/22413-the-dark-mod-15th-anniversary-contest-entry-thread/
       
      · 0 replies
    • JackFarmer

      @TheUnbeholden
      You cannot receive PMs. Could you please be so kind and check your mailbox if it is full (or maybe you switched off the function)?
      · 1 reply
    • OrbWeaver

      I like the new frob highlight but it would nice if it was less "flickery" while moving over objects (especially barred metal doors).
      · 4 replies
    • nbohr1more

      Please vote in the 15th Anniversary Contest Theme Poll
       
      · 0 replies
×
×
  • Create New...