The most common cause is a faulty or incomplete AMD graphics driver installation, which fails to add the AGS file. Sometimes, the problem is caused by a bad game installation or if the file was accidentally deleted. Now that we understand what causes the error, let’s look at how to fix it. Try the following methods:
1. Manually Download & Install AMD_AGS_X64.DLL
If the AMD_AGS_X64.DLL file is actually missing from your system, the quickest way to solve the issue is to add the file yourself. If you check and see that the file is there but the program can’t recognize it, the file is likely corrupted. In either case, you can manually install the correct file in its original location to fix the issue. You can find many reliable websites to download the required DLL file. Note: It’s best to download the latest version of the file and make sure the language of the DLL matches your program. Also, get the 64-bit file for 64-bit software or the 32-bit file for 32-bit software, depending on what you’re using. For 32-bit systems: For 64-bit systems:
2. Run System Scans
Many damaged or corrupted files can be fixed using Windows’ built-in tools. The System File Checker (SFC) scan searches for missing or corrupted files on your computer and repairs or replaces them. For this step, you’ll need to use Command Prompt with administrator rights.
3. Run Malware Scans
As mentioned earlier, some DLL files can get damaged or go missing after malware infects your PC. These harmful programs can target DLL files to replace them with their own malicious code. If you think this is the problem, run a scan with Windows Defender, which is the built-in security tool in Windows. Wait for Windows to finish checking your computer for malware.
4. Reinstall the Affected Program
If you’re not comfortable downloading DLL files from websites, or just want a quick fix, you can simply uninstall the program causing the error and then reinstall it. This removes all the program’s files from your computer, so when you reinstall, all the necessary files (including the DLL file) should be added correctly.
5. Perform a System Restore
Some malware or ransomware can be extremely hard to remove, and the files they damage are often tough to recover. That’s where System Restore can help—if you had it turned on already. This feature lets you go back to a previous state of your computer, undoing changes (like file damage) made after that point. If you remember roughly when the problem started, you can return to a restore point from before then to restore the missing AMD_AGS_X64.DLL file.
