DEC.EXE - Download and Fix EXE Errors

Last Updated: 11/24/2023
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DEC.EXE, also known as a Windows Executable file, was created by Impressions Games for the development of Pharaoh 1. EXE files fall under under the DOS EXE (Windows Executable) file type category.

DEC.EXE was first released in the Windows 10 Operating System on 10/01/1999 with Pharaoh 1. This file marks the latest update from Impressions Games, according to our records.

This article discusses complete file details, EXE file troubleshooting instructions for problems with DEC.EXE, 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: DEC.EXE
File Extension: EXE file extension
File Type: Executable Application
Description: Windows Executable
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Pharaoh 1
Developer: Impressions Games
Software: Pharaoh
Software Version: 1
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 197409
Oldest File Date: 12/21/2019
Latest File Date: 12/21/2019


What are DEC.EXE Error Messages?


DEC.EXE Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are Pharaoh errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these EXE errors are triggered when DEC.EXE is attempted to be loaded either when Pharaoh is starting up, or in some cases already running. Runtime errors are the most common form of EXE error you will encounter using Pharaoh.

In most cases, DEC.EXE runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these DEC.EXE error messages mean that Pharaoh was either unable to locate this file on startup, or the file is corrupt, resulting in a prematurely-aborted startup process. Generally, Pharaoh will be unable to start without resolving these errors.

Some of the most common DEC.EXE errors include:

  • DEC.EXE - Bad Image.
  • DEC.EXE Application Error.
  • DEC.EXE could not be found.
  • DEC.EXE could not be installed.
  • DEC.EXE could not be launched. Class not registered.
  • DEC.EXE could not be started.
  • DEC.EXE failed to initialize properly.
  • DEC.EXE has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
  • DEC.EXE is not a valid Win32 application.
  • DEC.EXE is not running.
  • Cannot find DEC.EXE.
  • Error starting program: DEC.EXE.
  • Faulting Application Path: DEC.EXE.
  • The file DEC.EXE is missing or corrupt.
  • Windows failed to start - DEC.EXE.
System Error


The program can’t start because DEC.EXE is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem.

Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

Finding the source of the DEC.EXE error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting DEC.EXE will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using Pharaoh 1. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of Impressions Games, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of DEC.EXE errors can occur if it has been accidentally moved, deleted, or corrupted by a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix DEC.EXE 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 DEC.EXE 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 DEC.EXE error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Pharaoh (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Pharaoh software.

You can uninstall Pharaoh 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 Pharaoh 1 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Pharaoh software.

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

Pharaoh 1

Impressions Games

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 DEC.EXE 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 DEC.EXE 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 DEC.EXE 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 DEC.EXE file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free DEC.EXE files for every applicable version of Pharaoh. 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 DEC.EXE Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Pharaoh folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\PharaohGame\Audio\Ambient\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\PharaohGame\Audio\Voice\Mission\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\PharaohGame\Audio\Voice\Walker\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\PharaohGame\Audio\Wavs\
  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 DEC.EXE 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 DEC.EXE Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying DEC.EXE to your appropriate Windows system directory. Impressions Games typically does not release Pharaoh EXE 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 DEC.EXE and all other EXE files for Pharaoh. An incorrectly installed EXE file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows 10


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File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
setupact.log Log Pharaoh 1 62521 C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
SA.DAT Game Data Pharaoh 1 6 C:\WINDOWS\Tasks\
setupapi.dev.log Log Pharaoh 1 684126 C:\Windows\inf\
diagwrn.xml Extensible Markup Language Pharaoh 1 5718 C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
diagwrn.xml Extensible Markup Language Pharaoh 1 44683 C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\


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