Physxloader.dll is a dynamic link library file which is needed for loading physX engines that provide enhanced graphics for many computer games. Physxloader.dll belongs to the Ageia PhysX driver.
Error Message:
The application has failed to start because PhysXloader.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.
Resolution:
- Uninstall all AGEIA/NVIDIA PhysX drivers. Include NVIDIA Game System Software 2.8.1 in the uninstallation process if present.
- Restart the computer.
- Download and install Driver Sweeper.
- Download and install the latest NVIDIA PhysX drivers.
Windows XP:
- Download Physx 8.10.13 SystemSoftware.exe.
- Save the PhysX_8.10.13_SystemSoftware.exe application file on the hard disk.
- Run PhysX_8.10.13_SystemSoftware.exe.
- Follow the onscreen instructions.
Windows Vista:
- Download Physx 8.10.13 SystemSoftware.exe.
- Save PhysX_8.10.13_SystemSoftware.exe application file on the hard disk.
- Right click PhysX_8.10.13_SystemSoftware.exe.
- Select Run as Administrator.
- Follow the onscreen instructions.
- Restart the computer.
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