How to Fix FilterMaps.dat Problems and Download Updates

Last Updated: 11/28/2023
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The development of Age of Empires II (not specified) by Ensemble Studios prompted the latest creation of FilterMaps.dat. It is also known as a Game Data file (file extension DAT), which is classified as a type of Dynamic Link Library (Game Data) file.

FilterMaps.dat was first developed on 08/11/2000 for the Windows 10 Operating System in Age of Empires II (not specified). This file marks the latest update from Ensemble Studios, according to our records.

This article discusses complete file details, DAT file troubleshooting instructions for problems with FilterMaps.dat, and a comprehensive set of free downloads for every file version that has been catalogued by our team.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: FilterMaps.dat
File Extension: DAT file extension
File Type: Dynamic Link Library
Description: Game Data
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Age of Empires II (not specified)
Developer: Ensemble Studios
Software: Age of Empires II
Software Version: (not specified)
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 300124
Oldest File Date: 12/06/2019
Latest File Date: 12/06/2019


What are FilterMaps.dat Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library FilterMaps.dat Errors

FilterMaps.dat is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like FilterMaps.dat, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like dpnsvr.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. Age of Empires II) could share the same FilterMaps.dat file, saving valuable memory allocation, therefore making your computer run more efficiently.

Unfortunately, what makes DLL files so convenient and efficient, also makes them extremely vulnerable to problems. If something happens to a shared DAT file, either it goes missing or gets corrupted in some way, it can generate a "runtime" error message. Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these errors are triggered when FilterMaps.dat is attempted to be loaded either when Age of Empires II is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common FilterMaps.dat errors include:

Your FilterMaps.dat file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Age of Empires II), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, FilterMaps.dat file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Age of Empires II, system crash while loading FilterMaps.dat, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or quite commonly, a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix FilterMaps.dat Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your FilterMaps.dat issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.


Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click System Restore.
  4. Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
  5. Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
  6. Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the FilterMaps.dat error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Age of Empires II (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Age of Empires II software.

You can uninstall Age of Empires II software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for Age of Empires II (not specified) and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Age of Empires II software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

Age of Empires II (not specified)

Ensemble Studios

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many FilterMaps.dat error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
  4. If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
  5. After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the FilterMaps.dat error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your FilterMaps.dat File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate FilterMaps.dat file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free FilterMaps.dat files for every applicable version of Age of Empires II. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download FilterMaps.dat Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Age of Empires II folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Games\Age of Empires II The Conquerors Expansion Trial\Data\
  4. Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.


GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve FilterMaps.dat problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.



Download FilterMaps.dat Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying FilterMaps.dat to your appropriate Windows system directory. Ensemble Studios typically does not release Age of Empires II DAT files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing FilterMaps.dat and all other DAT files for Age of Empires II. An incorrectly installed DAT file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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Files Related to FilterMaps.dat


DAT Files Related to FilterMaps.dat

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
settings.dat Game Data Age of Empires II (not specified) 8192 C:\Windows\System32\
9WZDNCRFHVQM.dat Game Data Age of Empires II (not specified) 477 C:\Windows\Temp\3AEAC043-C634-430B-A79D-6B2DF57...
9WZDNCRFJ3P2.dat Game Data Age of Empires II (not specified) 461 C:\Windows\Temp\08ACEE61-7BD7-460E-BFF3-4A39D12...
RecoveryStore.{B6E90E2... Game Data Age of Empires II (not specified) 4096 C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\microsoft.windowsc...
STemplet.dat Game Data Age of Empires II (not specified) 7208 C:\Program Files\Trend Micro\Titanium\www\Splas...

Other Files Related to FilterMaps.dat

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
Sessions.xml Extensible Markup Language Microsoft Age of Empires 1 5796926 C:\Windows\servicing\Sessions\
CBS.log Log Age of Empires II (not specified) 937754 C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\
setupact.log Log Microsoft Age of Empires 1 62521 C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
setupapi.dev.log Log Age of Empires III (not specified 684126 C:\Windows\inf\
wsdprint.PNF Precompiled INF Microsoft Age of Empires 1 8172 C:\Windows\inf\


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