Fix Patchw32.dll DLL Errors and Download Now

Last Updated: 11/27/2023
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RTPatch Executable files such as patchw32.dll utilize the DLL file extension. This file is considered a Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file, and was first created by Electronic Arts for the RTPatch software package.

patchw32.dll was first released in the Windows 10 Operating System on 04/07/2015 with Adobe Acrobat DC (not specified). The newest file release date for The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II demo was 02/09/2006 [version 7.00].

Please see below for more detailed information, DLL file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of patchw32.dll.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: patchw32.dll
File Extension: DLL file extension
Description: RTPatch Executable
Object File Type: Dynamic link library
File Operating System: Win32
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: Pocket Soft, Inc.
Software Program: RTPatch
Legal Copyright: (C) Copyright Pocket Soft, Inc., 2002. All Rights Reserved.
File Details
Character Set: Windows, Latin1
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x0000
Entry Point: 0x20e8c
Code Size: 163840


What are patchw32.dll Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library patchw32.dll Errors

patchw32.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like patchw32.dll, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like MpSigStub.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II) could share the same patchw32.dll 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 DLL 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 patchw32.dll is attempted to be loaded either when The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common patchw32.dll errors include:

Your patchw32.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, patchw32.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II, system crash while loading patchw32.dll, 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 patchw32.dll 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 patchw32.dll 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 patchw32.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II software.

You can uninstall The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth 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 The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II demo and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II software.

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

The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II demo

Electronic Arts

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 patchw32.dll 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 patchw32.dll 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 patchw32.dll 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 patchw32.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free patchw32.dll files for every applicable version of The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth 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 patchw32.dll Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Electronic Arts\The Battle for Middle-earth (tm) II Demo\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\OOBE\PDApp\DECore\DE6\resources\libraries\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\OOBE\PDApp\DECore\DE5\resources\libraries\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\OOBE\PDApp\DECore\DE6\resources\libraries\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\Adobe Desktop Common\DEBox\DE6\resources\libraries\
    Show 13 more directories +
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\OOBE\PDApp\DECore\DE5\resources\libraries\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\OOBE\PDApp\DECore\DE6\resources\libraries\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\Adobe Desktop Common\DEBox\DE6\resources\libraries\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\OOBE\PDApp\DECore\DE5\resources\libraries\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\Adobe Desktop Common\DEBox\DE6\resources\libraries\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\Adobe Desktop Common\DEBox\DE6\resources\libraries\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\Adobe Desktop Common\DEBox\DE6\resources\libraries\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Games\Halo Custom Edition\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\OOBE\PDApp\DECore\DE6\resources\libraries\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\Adobe Desktop Common\DEBox\DE6\resources\libraries\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\OOBE\PDApp\DECore\DE5\resources\libraries\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\OOBE\PDApp\DECore\DE6\resources\libraries\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\OOBE\PDApp\DECore\DE5\resources\libraries\
  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 patchw32.dll 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 patchw32.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying patchw32.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. Electronic Arts typically does not release The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II DLL 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 patchw32.dll and all other DLL files for The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II. An incorrectly installed DLL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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