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If you are seeing the error message api-ms-win-crt-runtime-l1-1-0.dll is missing, or a similar message such as api-ms-win-crt-runtime-l1-1-9.dll is missing this indicates that your Windows system is missing a required component from the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable package. This DLL is part of the Universal C Runtime, which is needed by many modern Windows applications, including Awesome Golf Simulator.

When Awesome Golf Simulator is installed, the installer will attempt to install the necessary Visual C++ Redistributable package - if this fails, or if the package is later removed, you may encounter this error.

Why does this happen?

  • Older Windows versions (such as Windows 7 or early Windows 8) may not include the Universal C Runtime by default.
  • Uninstalling the Visual C++ Redistributable will cause this issue.
  • Missing or incomplete updates can also cause this issue, even on newer systems.
  • Corrupted system files or failed installations of the Visual C++ Redistributable can result in missing DLLs.

How to fix

  1. Download and install the latest Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable - you may need to restart your computer after completion: learn.microsoft.com/cpp/windows/latest-supported-vc-redist?view=msvc-170
  2. Re-open Awesome Golf Simulator.

Additional troubleshooting

  • Windows Update: Make sure your Windows system is fully updated - Windows updates may be able to resolve your missing DLL issues.
  • Reinstall the application: If the error persists, try uninstalling and reinstalling Awesome Golf Simulator.

Note: Always download redistributable packages directly from the official Microsoft website to avoid security risks.