Ubisoft Far Cry 2 DLL cgGL.dll

CgGL.dll DLL Errors: Download and Troubleshoot

Last Updated: 12/02/2024
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Cg GL Runtime Library files, such as cgGL.dll, are considered a type of Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file. They are associated with the DLL file extension, developed by Ubisoft for NVIDIA Cg Runtime.

The first version of cgGL.dll was released for the Windows 10 Operating System on 10/01/2019 inside Adobe Photoshop Elements 2020. The most recent version [file version 1, 1, 0303, 0400] was introduced on 03/08/2004 for Far Cry 2 (not specified).

In this article, you will find detailed cgGL.dll information, a DLL file troubleshooting guide, and a list of versions that are available for free download.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	cgGL.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	Cg GL Runtime Library
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
Comments:	NVIDIA Cg GL Runtime Library
File Operating System:	Windows NT 32-bit
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	NVIDIA Corporation
Software Program:	NVIDIA Cg Runtime
Legal Copyright:	Copyright (C) 2002, NVIDIA Corporation

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x186e8
Code Size:	126976

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File Info	Description
File Size:	188 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:12:24 02:42:49+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2003:03:04 20:36:07+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	6.0
Code Size:	126976
Initialized Data Size:	352256
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x186e8
OS Version:	4.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	4.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	1.1.303.400
Product Version Number:	1.1.303.400
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Windows NT 32-bit
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	NVIDIA Corporation
File Description:	Cg GL Runtime Library
File Version:	1, 1, 0303, 0400
Internal Name:	cgGL
Legal Copyright:	Copyright (C) 2002, NVIDIA Corporation
Product Name:	NVIDIA Cg Runtime
Product Version:	1, 0, 0, 0
Comments:	NVIDIA Cg GL Runtime Library
Legal Trademarks:
Private Build:

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What are cgGL.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library cgGL.dll Errors

cgGL.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like cgGL.dll, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like cgc.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. Far Cry 2) could share the same cgGL.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 cgGL.dll is attempted to be loaded either when Far Cry 2 is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common cgGL.dll errors include:

Access Violation at address - cgGL.dll.
cgGL.dll could not be found.
Cannot find C:\Program Files (x86)\Ubisoft\Crytek\Far Cry Demo 2\cgGL.dll.
Cannot register cgGL.dll.
Cannot start Far Cry 2. A required component is missing: cgGL.dll. Please install Far Cry 2 again.
Failed to load cgGL.dll.
The application has failed to start because cgGL.dll was not found.
The file cgGL.dll is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because cgGL.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

Your cgGL.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Far Cry 2), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, cgGL.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Far Cry 2, system crash while loading cgGL.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.

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How to Fix cgGL.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 cgGL.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):

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

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the cgGL.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall Far Cry 2 software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
Find the entry for Far Cry 2 (not specified) and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Far Cry 2 software.

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

Far Cry 2 (not specified)

Ubisoft

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 cgGL.dll error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

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

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

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If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your cgGL.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 cgGL.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free cgGL.dll files for every applicable version of Far Cry 2. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download cgGL.dll Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate Far Cry 2 folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Ubisoft\Crytek\Far Cry Demo 2\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Photoshop CC 2019\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Adobe\Photoshop Elements 2020\
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 cgGL.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.

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Download cgGL.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying cgGL.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. Ubisoft typically does not release Far Cry 2 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 cgGL.dll and all other DLL files for Far Cry 2. An incorrectly installed DLL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Far Cry 2 (not specified)

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

cgGL.dll

1.1.303.400

1, 1, 0303, 0400

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	NVIDIA Cg Runtime
Software Version:	1.1.303.400
File Version:	1, 1, 0303, 0400
File Size:	192512
File Date:	12/24/2019
MD5 Checksum:	be6a2bf379ef8ceb76b0f0e92624acb3
SHA1 Checksum:	5f46c2ff45fb0f973651f60f6326b1386a737031
SHA256 Checksum:	a34293a9882b667bf09dc898f3ad0a66938e1e5ce7685d9beccde370b18ca6de
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Ubisoft\Crytek\Far Cry ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	352256
Linker Version:	6.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	12/24/2019

Adobe Photoshop CC

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

cgGL.dll

3.0.0.7

3.0.00007

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	NVIDIA Cg Runtime
Software Version:	3.0.0.7
File Version:	3.0.00007
File Size:	453736
File Date:	11/16/2019
MD5 Checksum:	92366b9489240d9e5a63ab73cb24682e
SHA1 Checksum:	9e920274aa16b271cc032b1c3dfbe8e1310a4180
SHA256 Checksum:	fb26e7621009f01aa63d1fb825bfcb3d6e2b22bed542ef9ef520d59894113b2f
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Photoshop CC 2019\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	142336
Linker Version:	8.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.2
File Modification Date/Time:	11/16/2019

Adobe Photoshop Elements 2020

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

cgGL.dll

3.0.0.7

3.0.00007

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	NVIDIA Cg Runtime
Software Version:	3.0.0.7
File Version:	3.0.00007
File Size:	453736
File Date:	11/16/2019
MD5 Checksum:	92366b9489240d9e5a63ab73cb24682e
SHA1 Checksum:	9e920274aa16b271cc032b1c3dfbe8e1310a4180
SHA256 Checksum:	fb26e7621009f01aa63d1fb825bfcb3d6e2b22bed542ef9ef520d59894113b2f
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\Adobe\Photoshop Elements 2020\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	142336
Linker Version:	8.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.2
File Modification Date/Time:	11/16/2019

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Other Files Related to cgGL.dll

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
setupact.log	Log	Far Cry 2 (not specified)	211524	C:\Windows\Logs\DPX\
SA.DAT	Game Data	Far Cry 2 (not specified)	6	C:\WINDOWS\Tasks\
setupapi.dev.log	Log	Far Cry 2 (not specified)	684126	C:\Windows\inf\
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diagwrn.xml	Extensible Markup Language	Far Cry 2 (not specified)	5718	C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\

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