How to Fix Steam Not Recognizing Game Files
Learn how to resolve the issue of Steam not seeing your game files with simple steps for verifying integrity.
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Steam not recognizing game files can occur because the game files have been moved or deleted. To fix this, go to your Steam Library, right-click on the game, select Properties, then Local Files, and click on 'Verify Integrity of Game Files'. This will prompt Steam to locate and fix any missing or corrupted files.
FAQs & Answers
- What should I do if Steam won't recognize any of my games? You can try verifying the integrity of game files or reinstalling Steam.
- How do I verify the integrity of game files on Steam? Go to your Steam Library, right-click on the game, select Properties, then Local Files, and click on 'Verify Integrity of Game Files'.
- Why do game files get moved or deleted? Game files can be moved manually, during updates, or due to issues like corruption or storage problems.
- Can I recover deleted game files on Steam? If game files are deleted, you may need to reinstall the game or restore from a backup if available.