If the standard fixes don't work, the issue might be deeper, involving your Windows Registry or system file integrity.
“This error started popping up after the 2023 Windows update changed codepage behavior for non-Unicode programs. Setting system locale to Russian (Admin → Region → Administrative → Change system locale) fixed it for me.” – u/SilverSpectre, PlayGround.ru read error of file rus code-pre-gfx
Use the chkdsk command to scan and repair hard drive errors. If the standard fixes don't work, the issue
I can provide specific folder paths and instructions based on your answers. Share public link If the standard fixes don't work
Temporarily disable real-time antivirus. Add the entire game folder and mod directory to your antivirus exclusion list.