Fix d3d12.dll Missing Error in Cyberpunk 2077
Can't play Cyberpunk 2077 due to d3d12.dll error? This guide provides specific solutions for CD Projekt Red's 2020 release.
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Why Cyberpunk 2077 Needs d3d12.dll
Stuck on Fix d3d12.dll Missing Error in Cyberpunk 2077? We will walk you through the solution.
Solution 1: Install the Official Runtime Package (Recommended)
This solution fixes d3d12.dll errors for 90%+ of Cyberpunk 2077 players.
### Download Links (Official Microsoft)
- 64-bit: Windows System Component x64 - 32-bit: Windows System Component x86
### Installation Steps
Step 1: Download BOTH the x64 and x86 versions (yes, even on 64-bit Windows)
Step 2: Close Cyberpunk 2077 and Steam/Epic/GOG completely
Step 3: Run the x64 installer first, then the x86 installer
Step 4: Restart your computer (important!)
Step 5: Launch Cyberpunk 2077
Why both versions? Cyberpunk 2077 may include both 32-bit and 64-bit components. Installing both ensures complete compatibility.
Solution 2: Verify Game Files
If the runtime installation didn't help, your game files may be corrupted.
### For Steam: 1. Open Steam �?Library 2. Right-click Cyberpunk 2077 �?Properties 3. Go to Installed Files tab 4. Click "Verify integrity of game files" 5. Wait for verification (5-30 minutes depending on game size) 6. Restart Steam and try launching
### For Epic Games: 1. Open Epic Games Launcher �?Library 2. Click the three dots (�? next to Cyberpunk 2077 3. Select Manage �?Verify 4. Wait for the process to complete
### For GOG Galaxy: 1. Open GOG Galaxy �?Select Cyberpunk 2077 2. Click Settings icon (⚙️) 3. Select Manage Installation �?Verify / Repair
Cyberpunk 2077-Specific Fixes
Cyberpunk 2077 has some known issues that can cause DLL errors:
### Known Issues 1. Flatlined crash (usually driver related - update GPU drivers) 2. Save file corruption over 8MB (keep saves under 8MB) 3. GPU driver timeout (increase TdrDelay in registry)
### Performance Tips 1. Enable DLSS or FSR for major performance gains 2. Set Crowd Density to Low for CPU-bound systems 3. Disable Ray Tracing Lighting for 30-40% FPS increase 4. Use the official REDmod tool for optimized mod loading
### Community Resources For additional help: r/cyberpunkgame, CDPR Forums, Nexus Mods
Related DLL Errors
If you're seeing d3d12.dll errors, you might also encounter issues with these related files:
- d3d11.dll: Part of the same runtime package - d3d10.dll: Part of the same runtime package - dxgi.dll: Part of the same runtime package
The solution above (installing Windows System Component) will fix ALL of these errors at once.
Preventing Future DLL Errors
### Before Installing New Games 1. Install all Visual C++ Redistributable versions (2008, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2015-2022) 2. Install DirectX End-User Runtime 3. Keep GPU drivers updated
### Antivirus Configuration
Add your games folder to antivirus exceptions:
- C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\
- C:\Program Files\Epic Games\
- C:\GOG Games\
### After Windows Updates
Run sfc /scannow in an admin command prompt after major Windows updates to repair any corrupted system files.