Downloading and Repairing Gens.exe

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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Windows Executable files, such as gens.exe, are considered a type of Win32 EXE (Windows Executable) file. They are associated with the EXE file extension, developed by GENS for Mega Drive Emulator 0.99a.

The initial introduction of gens.exe released in Mega Drive Emulator 0.99a was for Windows 10 on 09/02/2001. This is the most recent release date from GENS, according to our records.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple EXE file troubleshooting, and list of free gens.exe downloads for each available file version.

File Analysis Provided by Jason Geater (Author)

File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	gens.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
File Type:	Executable Application
Description:	Windows Executable
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Program:	Mega Drive Emulator 0.99a
Developer:	GENS
Software:	Mega Drive Emulator
Software Version:	0.99a

File Details
Entry Point:	0x3431e0
Code Size:	282624

View Other gens.exe Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	282 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:02:05 07:34:24+00:00
File Type:	Win32 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2001:06:13 11:45:53+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	6.0
Code Size:	282624
Initialized Data Size:	8192
Uninitialized Data Size:	3137536
Entry Point:	0x3431e0
OS Version:	4.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	4.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI

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What are gens.exe Error Messages?

gens.exe Runtime Errors

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

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

Some of the most common gens.exe errors include:

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

System Error

The program can’t start because gens.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 gens.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting gens.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using Mega Drive Emulator 0.99a. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of GENS, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of gens.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.

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How to Fix gens.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 gens.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):

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 gens.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall Mega Drive Emulator 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 Mega Drive Emulator 0.99a and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Mega Drive Emulator software.

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

Mega Drive Emulator 0.99a

GENS

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 gens.exe 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 gens.exe 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 gens.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 gens.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free gens.exe files for every applicable version of Mega Drive Emulator. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download gens.exe Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate Mega Drive Emulator folder location:

Windows 10: C:\wgens099a\
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 gens.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.

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Download gens.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

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

Mega Drive Emulator 0.99a

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

gens.exe

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
File Size:	288768
File Date:	02/05/2020
MD5 Checksum:	fe981ac2b57e7933fcb0272057a788f2
SHA1 Checksum:	ba19f72ff88ca68c5760b0a430c6facc1802f134
SHA256 Checksum:	6ae02a20bc26e26824198f261680d4db4dd0df86f82720406ef93d8f55be42b5
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\wgens099a\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	8192
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:	02/05/2020

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Files Related to gens.exe

EXE Files Related to gens.exe

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
OneDriveStandaloneUpda...	Standalone Updater	Microsoft OneDrive (19.222.1110.0006)	2711912	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\
FileSyncHelper.exe	Microsoft OneDriveFileSyncHelper	Microsoft OneDrive (19.222.1110.0006)	2134376	C:\Users\Bill\AppData\Local\
OneDrive.exe	Microsoft OneDrive	Microsoft OneDrive (19.222.1110.0006)	1584488	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\
OneDriveSetup.exe	Microsoft OneDrive (32 bit) Setup	Microsoft OneDrive (19.222.1110.0006)	35299688	C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\
FileCoAuth.exe	Microsoft OneDriveFile Co-Authoring Executable	Microsoft OneDrive (19.222.1110.0006)	506216	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\

Other Files Related to gens.exe

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
setupapi.dev.log	Log	Mega Drive Emulator 0.99a	684126	C:\Windows\inf\
diagwrn.xml	Extensible Markup Language	Mega Drive Emulator 0.99a	44683	C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
api-ms-win-core-dateti...	ApiSet Stub DLL	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.12)	11112	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDriv...
api-ms-win-core-debug-...	ApiSet Stub DLL	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.12)	11112	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDriv...
snapshot.etl	Microsoft Event Trace Log	Mega Drive Emulator 0.99a	376832	C:\Windows\System32\WDI\{86432a0b-3c7d-4ddf-a89...

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