Fix Failed to Load Xgameruntime.dll Error Code: 126 in Windows 11/10

The message “Failed to Load Xgameruntime.dll Error Code: 126″ typically indicates that a dynamic link library (DLL) file required by a program or application is either missing or corrupted. Error code 126 specifically indicates that the specified module could not be found. The problem is mostly seen when launching any gaming programs or similar applications. Some of the common reasons for this error include missing or corrupted DLL files, compatibility and registry issues, or any malware attack.

2 error messages that can appear when this issue occurs, are “Failed to Load Xgameruntime.dll. Error Code: 126” and “The module Xgameruntime.dll failed to load. Make sure the binary is stored at the specified path or debug it to check the problem with the binary or dependent .DLL file. The specified module could not be found”. The reasons for both the popups occurring during opening a game are same and the solutions are also identical.

Failed to Load Xgameruntime.dll. Error Code: 126

Here is how to fix failed to load Xgameruntime.dll Error Code: 126 in your Windows 11/10:

Uninstall and Reinstall Gaming Services

The error message underlies Gaming services whether it can be corrupted, not installed, or conflicting. Because this application allows every game app to run smoothly on Windows so uninstall and reinstall this first using the following steps:

• Press “Windows + X” and select “Terminal (Admin)”.
• Copy-paste the following 3 commands in Windows PowerShell and hit Enter after each:

get-appxpackage Microsoft.GamingServices
get-appxpackage Microsoft.GamingServices | remove-AppxPackage -allusers
start ms-windows-store://pdp/?productid=9MWPM2CQNLHN

• Restart the system and launch the game. It should work now.

Update Apps from the Microsoft Store

Sometimes, it may happen that any of your applications are causing the error because of being outdated. So, consider updating the apps that are available by following these steps:

• Open your Microsoft Store  (Click “Start” and select its icon).
• You will find “Library” from the bottom left side; click on it.
• Then, you will get “Get updates” from the top right corner.

• Update all the identified applications and install them. Now, launch the game again.

Repair & Reset Gaming Services

When you see the Xgameruntime.dll error, you should first try repairing and resetting the Gaming Services of your Windows. Because Gaming Services is the application that allows every gaming app to run smoothly on Windows.

1. Click on “Start” and go to “Settings”.
2. Navigate to “Apps > Installed apps”.
3. Here, you will see a search box, type ‘gaming services’, and click on the result.
4. In Windows 10, you will see “Advanced options” after clicking Gaming Services. For 11 users, click on three dots from the right corner.
5. Now, scroll down to find “Repair” and “Reset”. Click on each button to initiate the process.

When it is done, try to launch the game again and see whether you face the issue.

Modify Windows Registry Entries

If you’re encountering the Xgameruntime Error, the Windows registry could be a culprit. Changing the relevant Windows registry entries can be an effective method to resolve this error.

But be cautious as incorrect modifications can harm your system and disrupt the performance therefore consider taking backup of the hives – How to Import and Export Registry Editor on Windows 10.

• Go to the Window search box and type “Registry Editor”.
• Click on the search results and “Yes” to allow.
• Now, expand the “HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE”.
• Then, expand “System > CurrentControlSet > Services”.
• Scroll down and locate “GamingServices” and “GamingServiceNet”, right-click on them and select “delete” one by one.

• Restart your PC.
• Now, follow the last method to uninstall and reinstall “Gaming Services”.

Hopefully, this will fix the error and get your computer ready for the game.

Download Xbox on Windows

If you are yet to get the solution after applying all the above methods, you should now consider downloading Xbox on your computer which can fix this Xgameruntime.dll error and let you play your favorite game. Here is how you can download it:

• Go to Google and search “Xbox App”.
• Download the app on your Windows and launch it.

Now, try to launch the game and check whether any issue occurs.

Methods:
Uninstall and Reinstall Gaming Services
Update Apps from the Microsoft Store
Repair & Reset Gaming Services
Modify Windows Registry Entries
Download Xbox on Windows

That’s all!!