Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why won’t the game launch or why does the installer stop unexpectedly?
A: Before reporting an issue, please check these common causes:
1. Windows Username Restrictions
Your Windows username must use only English letters and numbers, no special or non-Latin characters.
Many cracked games and installers, including CODEX releases, fail if the user folder contains Cyrillic, accented, or other special characters.
Solution: Rename your user folder or create a new Windows account with an English-only username.
2. Torrent Download Integrity
Torrent downloads occur in parts. Missing or corrupted blocks cause incomplete files, leading to install or launch failures.
Solution: Use your torrent client’s “Rehash” or “Force Recheck” feature to verify your download is complete.
3. Antivirus or Windows Defender Interference
Some antivirus programs may flag this repack as a Trojan, but it’s completely safe. Antivirus software compares its behavior to patterns commonly used by malware, and your installer:
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Is compressed/packed for smaller size (e.g., using LZMA2, SREP, XTool).
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Extracts helper files temporarily to your system (e.g.,
arc.exe,xtool.exe,srep.exe). -
Creates shortcuts and modifies the registry.
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Is unsigned and uses common filenames (e.g.,
Setup.exe,ICS2.exe).
Examples of ML Trojan names that might appear:
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Trojan:Win32/Wacatac.B!ml -
Trojan:Win32/Wacatac.C!ml -
Trojan:Win32/Wacatac.D!ml -
HEUR:Trojan.Win32.Generic
These behaviors are normal for repacks, but antiviruses are comparing these behaviors to common trojans. If you see ML or Generic in the detection name, then your installer doesn't contain viruses.
Solution:
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Allow or whitelist the installer in your antivirus.
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Temporarily disable real-time scanning while installing, if necessary.
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Keep antivirus definitions up to date, as false positives may be corrected in updates.
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Rest assured: no malware is included, and all files are 100% verified.
4. Error: “It is not found any file specified for ISArcExtract”
This error may be caused by:
- Missing .bin archive files → Run Rehash or redownload
- Selecting languages/components not downloaded → Download the required files
- Installing from a folder with a long or non-English path → Move files to a simple folder like C:\Repacks\GameName
- Antivirus or User Account Control blocking temporary files → Disable them during install
These errors occur when archive data can’t decompress properly, possibly due to:
- Corrupted/incomplete archives
- Insufficient disk space or RAM
- Antivirus blocking decompression
- Installing on unsupported drives (network or external USB)
Solution:
- Verify archives are complete and uncorrupted
- Ensure enough free disk space and RAM
- Disable antivirus during install
- Install on a local internal drive
Q: Do I need to install Visual C++ or DirectX redistributables?
A: Yes. Most games require Microsoft Visual C++ libraries and DirectX to run correctly.
You can use the redistributable packages included with the repack or download them manually from Microsoft’s website.
For convenience, the All-In-One package by TechPowerUp is recommended.
Q: How do I verify the integrity of my repack files?
A: Enable the "Check CRC" option during installation. After installation, the installer automatically verifies checksums.
If you installed without extra components and see missing files related to those components, don’t worry, your main files are intact.
Q: Why doesn’t multiplayer work on some repacks?
A: Some repacks include only the singleplayer campaign or multiplayer is disabled due to outdated or non-functional official servers.
Try community servers, mods, or LAN options if available.
Q: What if the installation takes too long or freezes?
A:
- Disable your antivirus temporarily
- Close other heavy programs to free RAM and CPU
- Avoid installing on slow or external drives
- Confirm your hardware meets minimum requirements
