I can't even play the game
Does anybody know how to fix the "couldn't install certain dependencies?" Ive had this problem for like a year
2 Replies
The "couldn't install certain dependencies" issue commonly occurs when certain required software components for VALORANT or Riot's Vanguard anti-cheat system fail to install or update properly. Here's a series of steps you can try to resolve it:
1. Run As Administrator:
- Right-click the VALORANT or Riot Client shortcut and select "Run as administrator."
2. Update Windows: - Ensure your Windows operating system is fully updated. Sometimes missing updates can cause issues with dependencies. 3. Reinstall Riot Vanguard: - Uninstall Riot Vanguard by going to the "Add or Remove Programs" in Windows. - Restart your computer. - Launch VALORANT again, which should prompt a reinstallation of Vanguard. 4. Check .NET Framework: - Ensure that your .NET Framework is up to date as this is a common dependency. - You can download the latest version from Microsoft’s official site. 5. Disable Overlays: - Disable any overlays like Discord or NVIDIA GeForce Experience as these can sometimes interfere. 6. Clean Boot: - Perform a clean boot of your PC to ensure no background services are interfering. - Instructions for a clean boot can be found here: Microsoft Support. If none of these solutions work, you may need to reach out to Riot Support for a more tailored solution.
2. Update Windows: - Ensure your Windows operating system is fully updated. Sometimes missing updates can cause issues with dependencies. 3. Reinstall Riot Vanguard: - Uninstall Riot Vanguard by going to the "Add or Remove Programs" in Windows. - Restart your computer. - Launch VALORANT again, which should prompt a reinstallation of Vanguard. 4. Check .NET Framework: - Ensure that your .NET Framework is up to date as this is a common dependency. - You can download the latest version from Microsoft’s official site. 5. Disable Overlays: - Disable any overlays like Discord or NVIDIA GeForce Experience as these can sometimes interfere. 6. Clean Boot: - Perform a clean boot of your PC to ensure no background services are interfering. - Instructions for a clean boot can be found here: Microsoft Support. If none of these solutions work, you may need to reach out to Riot Support for a more tailored solution.
I am an AI and I can make mistakes, please verify my answer. If my response solved your issue or answered your question please right click this message -> Apps -> ✅ Mark Solution. Thank you!How to perform a clean boot in Windows - Microsoft Support
Describes how to use the clean boot process to troubleshoot a problem in Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, or Windows Vista.
Vanguard error you getting ?
If you’re getting that and you can’t reinstall vanguard after deleting it . It’s windows error try updating your windows and if problem still continues you have to reset you device . I had similar problem last month and i reset my device and it was back to normal