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Patched Windows Boot Loader Detected: 5 Solutions to Use
Easy solutions to get your games running in no time
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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More and more game studios implement variousanti-cheating softwarewith theEAC (Easy Anti-Cheat)leading the group. While in most cases, it works out seamlessly on the user’s end. Sometimes they come across thePatched Windows boot loader detectederror.
The problem affects a wide number of titles, and as a result, thegames won’t launch, throwing the error each time. But it’s easily fixable, given you follow the right approach. Let’s find out.
What does Patched Windows boot loader detected message mean?
The FortnitePatched Windows boot loader detectedmessage indicates an issue with the installed OS, most likely, piracy. The problem affects users playing games directly installed on the PC or even via clients like Steam. Here are a few reasons for it:
How do I fix the Patched Windows boot loader detected error?
Before we proceed, here are a few quick things to try:
If none work, move to the solutions listed next.
1. Repair corrupt system files
When it’s thecorrupt system filesto blame for thePatched Windows boot loader detectederror,running the DISM commandsand SFC scan worked for many users.
2. Add an exclusion for the EAC file
Adding the game’s EAC file as an exclusion in the antivirus should help when getting thePatched Windows boot loader detectederror. Remember the steps listed here are for Windows Security, the built-in antivirus. If you are using another one, check the official website for the exact process.
3. Repair the game files (for Steam games)
4. Reinstall the game
If the previous solutions didn’t help, it could be the game installation to blame for thePatched Windows boot loader detectederror. In this case,uninstalling the appand then downloading a fresh copy of it might do the trick.
5. Reinstall Windows
When nothing works, the last option is to reinstall the OS. All you need to do iscreate a bootable USB for Windows 10, connect it to a working port, boot the computer through it, and then follow the instructions on the setup to complete the process.
Though it looks complex initially, the process is simple but may take a few hours to complete. And whilereinstalling Windows, make sure the keep the activation key handy in case you are asked to provide it.
After you have fixed thePatched Windows boot loader detectederror, do not forget to check some great tips onoptimizing Windows for gamingto get the best performance.
For any queries or to share more solutions with us, drop a comment below.
Aleksandar Ognjanovic
Aleksandar’s main passion is technology. With a solid writing background, he is determined to bring the bleeding edge to the common user. With a keen eye, he always spots the next big thing surrounding Microsoft and the Windows OS.
Focused on Windows errors and how to solve them, he also writes about the OS’s latest features as well as its interface.
In his free time, he likes to read, listen to music, and enjoy the nature. Hiking is one of his newly found passions.
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