With the shift toward Windows App SDK and C++/WinRT, the classic VC++ runtime is evolving. In Visual Studio 2022 version 17.10+, Microsoft has begun in favor of the "ASP.NET Core Runtime" bundles.

Have you recently any Visual Studio components?

During an installation process, you might notice the installer specifically looking for something called the .

On the page, look for a table titled . You will see several links:

Note: Exact file names and versions change with servicing updates; the runtime uses side-by-side installation and versioned file naming.

If a third-party app installer asks explicitly for vc_runtimeMinimum_x64.msi , your computer's registry entries for the runtime might be corrupted.

This link always points to the most current release, which as of this writing is version 14.40.33810.0. The x64 Redistributable package contains both ARM64 and x64 binaries, making it easy to install required Visual C++ ARM64 binaries when the package is installed on an ARM64 device.

vc_redist.minimum.x64.exe /quiet /install /norestart

If you encounter errors, resist the temptation to download individual DLL files or obscure .msi components from third‑party websites. The complete Redistributable installer is designed to resolve these issues cleanly. When all else fails, the Microsoft Program Install and Uninstall Troubleshooter is your best ally for cleaning up corrupted installations.

If you've recently tried to launch a game or a professional application and were blocked by an error mentioning the , you’re not alone. This specific error usually means your system is missing the essential libraries required to run software built with modern Visual Studio tools.