Side-by-side error when trying to run a game.

[itkeman]

Hey. Yesterday I got a game someone I know (but not in contact with) programmed back in 2007 in C++.
When I try running it I get this error message:

I'm running Windows 7 Ultimate 32 bit.
I tried running it with compatibility settings of Windows XP, but when I did that I didn't get anything... no windows popped up, not even the error.
What can I do to fix this?

thank you.

 

[writhziden]

side-by-side errors are usually associated with the Visual C++ Redistributables.

1. Re-install the following:

Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable (x86)
Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable (x86)
Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable (x86)​

2. Install any updates to the programs in 1.
3. Re-install the game you were given if it has installation software for it. Otherwise, just try playing it again.

Best wishes. Let us know how it turns out.

 

[itkeman]

When I try installing the 2005 redistributables it loads a bit and disappears after it gets to this window and finishes loading it:

is that what's supposed to happen?

 

[writhziden]

I believe so. Do the following to find out if it installed correctly:
1. Click Start Menu
2. Type eventvwr into the Search programs and files box and hit enter
3. Expand Windows Logs -> Click Applications
4. Go through the list for the past ten minutes and see if one of the information level application logs has:

Windows Installer installed the product. Product Name: Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable. Product Version: 8.0.50727.42. Product Language: 0. Manufacturer: Microsoft Corporation. Installation success or error status: 0.

 

[itkeman]

I believe so. Do the following to find out if it installed correctly:
1. Click Start Menu
2. Type eventvwr into the Search programs and files box and hit enter
3. Expand Windows Logs -> Click Applications
4. Go through the list for the past ten minutes and see if one of the information level application logs has:

Windows Installer installed the product. Product Name: Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable. Product Version: 8.0.50727.42. Product Language: 0. Manufacturer: Microsoft Corporation. Installation success or error status: 0.

Yes, I see it installed correctly. When I tried installing the 2008 it offered me to repair or uninstall, I chose repair. It was "successfully repaired".
When I opened the 2010 installation I got this message:

after doing all this I tried running the EXE file again and got the same "side-by-side" error.

 

[writhziden]

I realize you do not have a blue screen error, but there are files created through the http://www.sevenforums.com/crashes-debugging/96879-blue-screen-death-bsod-posting-instructions.html that would help me resolve your issue. Do you mind going through those steps and posting the zip file for me?

 

[itkeman]

I realize you do not have a blue screen error, but there are files created through the http://www.sevenforums.com/crashes-debugging/96879-blue-screen-death-bsod-posting-instructions.html that would help me resolve your issue. Do you mind going through those steps and posting the zip file for me?

no problem, the zip is attached to this post.

 

[writhziden]

The problem is that the program was compiled as a debug release. You will need to install the full or express version of Visual Studio 2005 for it to run. You can try to install the express version (I'm not sure if your source had express or full, but the express is free, so give it a try): Visual Studio 2005 Express

 

[itkeman]

The problem is that the program was compiled as a debug release. You will need to install the full or express version of Visual Studio 2005 for it to run. You can try to install the express version (I'm not sure if your source had express or full, but the express is free, so give it a try): Visual Studio 2005 Express

I actually thought of that as an option.. so I installed it earlier today, and it still doesn't work..

 

[writhziden]

Take a look at Resolve Partial Assembly failed for Microsoft.VC80.DebugCRT and see if any of the suggestions Ted gives work for you.

 

[itkeman]

Take a look at Resolve Partial Assembly failed for Microsoft.VC80.DebugCRT and see if any of the suggestions Ted gives work for you.

I went to "\program files\microsoft visual studio 8\vc\" but there's no folder named "redist" there. :O

 

[writhziden]

See if you can find DebugMFC:
1. Click Start Menu
2. Click All Programs
3. Click Accessories
4. Click command prompt
5. Type in "dir /s *DebugMFC*" (without quotes) and hit enter

Let it search and see if it finds anything. It should tell you the directory it is in if it does find it.

 

[itkeman]

See if you can find DebugMFC:
1. Click Start Menu
2. Click All Programs
3. Click Accessories
4. Click command prompt
5. Type in "dir /s *DebugMFC*" (without quotes) and hit enter

Let it search and see if it finds anything. It should tell you the directory it is in if it does find it.

didn't find anything.. here's the full output:

C:\Users\MAROM>dir /s *DebugMFC*
Volume in drive C has no label.
Volume Serial Number is C8F5-BA69
File Not Found

 

[writhziden]

See if you can find DebugMFC:
1. Click Start Menu
2. Click All Programs
3. Click Accessories
4. Click command prompt
5. Type in "dir /s *DebugMFC*" (without quotes) and hit enter

Let it search and see if it finds anything. It should tell you the directory it is in if it does find it.

didn't find anything.. here's the full output:

C:\Users\MAROM>dir /s *DebugMFC*
Volume in drive C has no label.
Volume Serial Number is C8F5-BA69
File Not Found

Yeah, I'm afraid you might need the full version of Visual Studio 2005 to run your program.

 

[itkeman]

See if you can find DebugMFC:
1. Click Start Menu
2. Click All Programs
3. Click Accessories
4. Click command prompt
5. Type in "dir /s *DebugMFC*" (without quotes) and hit enter

Let it search and see if it finds anything. It should tell you the directory it is in if it does find it.

didn't find anything.. here's the full output:

C:\Users\MAROM>dir /s *DebugMFC*
Volume in drive C has no label.
Volume Serial Number is C8F5-BA69
File Not Found

Yeah, I'm afraid you might need the full version of Visual Studio 2005 to run your program.

oh, I see.. it's okay, I know someone who has it, I can run it on his computer. thank you very much for your help!!!!!!

 

[writhziden]

didn't find anything.. here's the full output:

Yeah, I'm afraid you might need the full version of Visual Studio 2005 to run your program.

oh, I see.. it's okay, I know someone who has it, I can run it on his computer. thank you very much for your help!!!!!!

No problem. If you can get it working on another computer, see if you can copy the folders you need for your computer. Best wishes!

 

[writhziden]

Realized I made a mistake in the following (sorry, I'm helping a lot of people on here and trying to finish up a 70-80 page report for my Ph.D. at the moment, so I'm stretched a little thin):

See if you can find DebugMFC:
1. Click Start Menu
2. Click All Programs
3. Click Accessories
4. Click command prompt
4.1. Type "cd .." (without quotes)
4.2. Type "cd .." (without quotes)
5. Type in "dir /s *DebugMFC*" (without quotes) and hit enter

Let it search and see if it finds anything. It should tell you the directory it is in if it does find it.

 

[itkeman]

Realized I made a mistake in the following (sorry, I'm helping a lot of people on here and trying to finish up a 70-80 page report for my Ph.D. at the moment, so I'm stretched a little thin):

See if you can find DebugMFC:
1. Click Start Menu
2. Click All Programs
3. Click Accessories
4. Click command prompt
4.1. Type "cd .." (without quotes)
4.2. Type "cd .." (without quotes)
5. Type in "dir /s *DebugMFC*" (without quotes) and hit enter

Let it search and see if it finds anything. It should tell you the directory it is in if it does find it.

I ended up getting the installation CD from my friend and installing it on my computer. the application now runs without errors, thank you!

 

[writhziden]

Realized I made a mistake in the following (sorry, I'm helping a lot of people on here and trying to finish up a 70-80 page report for my Ph.D. at the moment, so I'm stretched a little thin):

See if you can find DebugMFC:
1. Click Start Menu
2. Click All Programs
3. Click Accessories
4. Click command prompt
4.1. Type "cd .." (without quotes)
4.2. Type "cd .." (without quotes)
5. Type in "dir /s *DebugMFC*" (without quotes) and hit enter

Let it search and see if it finds anything. It should tell you the directory it is in if it does find it.

I ended up getting the installation CD from my friend and installing it on my computer. the application now runs without errors, thank you!

Glad I was able to help direct you to a solution with the help of your friend. Enjoy your program, and Happy New Year!