There are other problems, such as high CPU usage in Black Desert, but we already tackled that in a separate guide. Therefore, today we’ll focus on fixing corrupted files.

What causes the corrupted file detected error in BDO?

There are several reasons for this error message, but the following ones are the most common:

Antivirus software – It’s possible that your antivirus is blocking exe files, thus causing this problem. To fix it, disable it temporarily or add the game to the list of exclusions. Corrupted game files – If your files are corrupted, you might get a Corrupt disk error in Steam or any other platform. To fix it, find and remove those files manually. Damaged installation – Sometimes, your installation can get damaged and cause this issue. If that happens, your only option is to reinstall the game.

How can I fix BDO corrupted file detected error?

1. Disable third-party antivirus software

2. Delete the version.dat file

Some players have also said renaming, not deleting, the version.dat file can resolve the issue. All you have to do is change its name to versionold.dat.

3. Clear out your download folder

4. Reinstall Black Desert Online

The default Windows uninstaller often leaves behind leftover files. You can uninstall Black Desert Online and thoroughly erase its leftover files with a freeware third-party uninstaller utility like IObit Uninstaller. ⇒ Get IObit Uninstaller

5. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic utility

The potential fixes above are ones some players have confirmed can help resolve BDO’s corrupted file detected error. SPONSORED

Can a corrupted file be uncorrupted?

While it’s not entirely impossible to uncorrupt a file, the chances of you being able to do that manually are low. And it, to a certain degree, depends on what caused the problem. In case it’s malware or virus, a reliable antivirus might come in handy. But, if a file is corrupted due to bad sectors on the hard drive, there is not much you can do beyond running the built-in Check Disk utility. For corrupt system files, running the DISM tool and SFC scan may help. Besides, if the normal files are corrupt, it’s best to use dedicated repair software to uncorrupt them. To avoid this trouble, we recommend using automatic backup software to quickly retrieve a copy of the corrupted file. For avid gamers, we recommend you check some quick tips and tricks to boost Windows’ gaming performance. Did you find a different solution for this problem? If so, let us know in the comments section below.

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