Can't uninstall or update Valorant
When I go into Valorant it sends me to the riot client I click update but nothing happens, it says loading but nothing happens. If I try to uninstall it it says can't uninstall because the game is running but I closed everything with task manager, with the arrow key everything, I restarted my PC so it would 100% be closed but still when I try to uninstall it says it's opened. I really don't see any way anything I try to do it keeps saying I can't uninstall because it's running even tho it's not running. I would do a PC reset but I have important files and want to know if there is another way to fix this issue.
In the pictures it's what pops up when I try to uninstall or update. If anyone knows how to fix this I will be forever thankful to you ❤️
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It looks like you're experiencing issues with the Riot Client thinking that VALORANT is still running. Here are a few steps you can try to resolve this issue:
1. Task Manager Cleanup: Ensure you have ended all Riot, VALORANT, and Vanguard processes in the Task Manager. Double-check that no processes related to RiotClient, VALORANT, or Vanguard are running.
2. Safe Mode: Restart your computer in Safe Mode and try uninstalling VALORANT through the Control Panel or Settings.
3. MSConfig: Use MSConfig to stop Riot and Vanguard services from starting up. Open Run (
Windows + R), type msconfig, go to the “Services” tab, check “Hide all Microsoft services,” and then uncheck anything related to Riot or Vanguard. Restart your PC and try again.
4. Reinstall Riot Client: Download a fresh installer for the Riot Client from their website. Install it over the current one, and it might resolve the update loop.
5. Third-Party Uninstaller: Use a third-party uninstaller like Revo Uninstaller to forcefully uninstall VALORANT and its components.
If these steps don't help, you might want to submit a ticket to Riot Games support for further assistance: Riot Games Support.
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