How to Fix XINPUT1_4.dll Missing Error in Black Myth Wukong
Complete guide to fix the "XINPUT1_4.dll is missing" error when launching Black Myth Wukong. Includes official download links, registry fixes, and troubleshooting steps.
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Why Does Black Myth Wukong Show "XINPUT1_4.dll is Missing"?
When you try to launch Black Myth Wukong, Windows cannot find the XINPUT1_4.dll file that the game needs to run. This is a DirectX component (DirectX Xbox controller input library).
The error typically appears as:
> "The program can't start because XINPUT1_4.dll is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem."
Common causes: - DirectX End-User Runtime is not installed or corrupted - Antivirus software quarantined the DLL file - Incomplete game installation - Windows system file corruption
Good news: This is one of the most common PC gaming errors and is easy to fix!
Solution 1: Install DirectX End-User Runtime (Recommended)
The safest and most effective way to fix this error is to install the official runtime from Microsoft:
Step-by-step: 1. Download from: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=35 2. Close Black Myth Wukong completely 3. Run the installer as Administrator (right-click → Run as administrator) 4. Follow the installation wizard 5. Restart your computer 6. Try launching Black Myth Wukong again
💡 Pro Tip: Install BOTH x64 (64-bit) and x86 (32-bit) versions for maximum compatibility. Some games use both!
Solution 2: Download DLL from FixMissingDLL.com
If the runtime installation doesn't work, you can download XINPUT1_4.dll directly from our secure server:
1. Go to our XINPUT1_4.dll download page
2. Select the correct version:
- 64-bit for most modern games
- 32-bit for older games
3. Download and extract the DLL file
4. Copy to the appropriate folder:
- 64-bit: C:\Windows\System32\
- 32-bit: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
5. Alternatively, copy to: [Black Myth Wukong install folder]\
6. Restart Black Myth Wukong
⚠️ Security Note: Only download DLL files from trusted sources like FixMissingDLL.com.
Solution 3: Verify Black Myth Wukong Game Files
Corrupted or incomplete game files can cause DLL errors. Here's how to verify:
Steam: 1. Open Steam Library 2. Right-click Black Myth Wukong 3. Select Properties → Installed Files 4. Click "Verify integrity of game files" 5. Wait for the process to complete (may take several minutes)
Epic Games: 1. Open Epic Games Launcher 2. Find Black Myth Wukong in your Library 3. Click the three dots (...) next to it 4. Select Manage → Verify
Xbox/Microsoft Store: 1. Open Xbox app 2. Go to My Games 3. Right-click Black Myth Wukong 4. Select Manage → Files → Verify and repair
Solution 4: Run System File Checker
Windows has built-in tools to repair corrupted system files:
Run SFC Scan:
1. Press Win + X and select Terminal (Admin) or Command Prompt (Admin)
2. Type: sfc /scannow
3. Press Enter and wait for the scan to complete
4. Restart your computer
If SFC finds issues, run DISM:
``
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
``
This may take 10-20 minutes. Be patient!
Solution 5: Check Antivirus Settings
Sometimes antivirus software mistakenly blocks or quarantines DLL files:
1. Open your antivirus software (Windows Defender, Norton, McAfee, etc.) 2. Check the Quarantine or Virus Chest section 3. Look for XINPUT1_4.dll or Black Myth Wukong files 4. If found, restore the files 5. Add Black Myth Wukong's installation folder to the exclusion list
Windows Defender: - Settings → Privacy & security → Windows Security → Virus & threat protection - Click "Manage settings" → Add or remove exclusions