Fix, Download, and Update Gameoverlayui.dll

Last Updated: 12/03/2024
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gameoverlayui.dll, also known as a Steam Game Overlay file, was created by Valve for the development of Steam Game Overlay. DLL files fall under under the Win32 DLL (Executable application) file type category.

gameoverlayui.dll was first released in the Windows 10 Operating System on 11/05/2014 with Steam API v018. According to our records, this release is the only version of this file offered by Valve.

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

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: gameoverlayui.dll
File Extension: DLL file extension
Description: Steam Game Overlay
Object File Type: Executable application
File Operating System: Win32
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: Valve Corporation
Software Program: Steam Game Overlay
Legal Copyright: Copyright (C) 2008 Valve Corporation
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x0017
Entry Point: 0x19c258
Code Size: 2874880


What are gameoverlayui.dll Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library gameoverlayui.dll Errors

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

Your gameoverlayui.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Steam), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, gameoverlayui.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Steam, system crash while loading gameoverlayui.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 gameoverlayui.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 gameoverlayui.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 gameoverlayui.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall Steam 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 Steam API v018 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

Steam API v018

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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 gameoverlayui.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 gameoverlayui.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 gameoverlayui.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 gameoverlayui.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free gameoverlayui.dll files for every applicable version of Steam. 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 gameoverlayui.dll Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Steam folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\bin\
  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 gameoverlayui.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 gameoverlayui.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying gameoverlayui.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. Valve typically does not release Steam 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 gameoverlayui.dll and all other DLL files for Steam. An incorrectly installed DLL 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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