3 Steps to Download and Fix NadeoMedal.dds Errors

Last Updated: 12/07/2024
[Time to Read: ~3-5 minutes]

NadeoMedal.dds, also known as a DirectDraw Surface file, was created by Focus Home Interactive for the development of TrackMania Nations Forever (not specified). DDS files fall under under the Raster Image (DirectDraw Surface) file type category.

The initial introduction of NadeoMedal.dds released in TrackMania (not specified) was for Windows 10 on 01/31/2006. On 08/25/2008, version (not specified) was released for TrackMania Nations Forever (not specified).

This article discusses complete file details, DDS file troubleshooting instructions for problems with NadeoMedal.dds, 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: NadeoMedal.dds
File Extension: DDS file extension
File Type: Raster Image
Description: DirectDraw Surface
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: TrackMania Nations Forever (not specified)
Developer: Focus Home Interactive
Software: TrackMania Nations Forever
Software Version: (not specified)
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 87536
Oldest File Date: 01/15/2020
Latest File Date: 02/18/2020


What are NadeoMedal.dds Error Messages?


General NadeoMedal.dds Runtime Errors

NadeoMedal.dds file errors often occur during the startup phase of TrackMania Nations Forever, but can also occur while the program is running. These types DDS errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while TrackMania Nations Forever is running. Here are some of the most common NadeoMedal.dds runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files (x86)\TmNationsForever\GameData\Interface\Media\Texture\Image\NadeoMedal.dds

This application has requested the Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way.
Please contact the application's support team for more information.


Most DDS errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your NadeoMedal.dds file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with TrackMania Nations Forever), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, NadeoMedal.dds file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading TrackMania Nations Forever, system crash while loading or saving NadeoMedal.dds, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or malware infection. Thus, it’s critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix NadeoMedal.dds 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 NadeoMedal.dds 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 NadeoMedal.dds error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall TrackMania Nations Forever 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 TrackMania Nations Forever (not specified) and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall TrackMania Nations Forever software.

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

TrackMania Nations Forever (not specified)

Focus Home Interactive

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 NadeoMedal.dds 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 NadeoMedal.dds 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 NadeoMedal.dds 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 NadeoMedal.dds file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free NadeoMedal.dds files for every applicable version of TrackMania Nations Forever. 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 NadeoMedal.dds Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate TrackMania Nations Forever folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\TrackMania Nations ESWC\GameData\Interface\Media\Texture\Image\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\TmNationsForever\GameData\Interface\Media\Texture\Image\
  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 NadeoMedal.dds 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 NadeoMedal.dds Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying NadeoMedal.dds to your appropriate Windows system directory. Focus Home Interactive typically does not release TrackMania Nations Forever DDS 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 NadeoMedal.dds and all other DDS files for TrackMania Nations Forever. An incorrectly installed DDS 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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CupNadeo.dds DirectDraw Surface TrackMania Nations Forever (not specified) 87536 C:\Windows\System32\winevt\Logs\
StadiumWarpParkingD.dds DirectDraw Surface TrackMania Nations Forever (not specified) 699192 C:\Windows\System32\winevt\Logs\
Icon.dds DirectDraw Surface TrackMania Nations Forever (not specified) 4224 C:\Windows\System32\winevt\Logs\

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