Results 1 to 8 of 8

Thread: CTD -> "mss32.dll was not found" -> 10gb autoupdate on Steam

Hybrid View

Previous Post Previous Post   Next Post Next Post
  1. #1

    Default CTD -> "mss32.dll was not found" -> 10gb autoupdate on Steam

    Pretty much what the title says.

    I was playing with the Crusader States when I Ctrl+S saved and then I alt-tabbed for a while without clicking the green check mark. I switched back to the SS window and it was black screen for a minute or so, after which the strategic map loaded but it was weird and it seemed that textures were missing. Many things were colored silvery grey.

    My army was next to the Saracen army and I proceeded to fight the battle I had planned. In the battle map, things were ok, but when the battle was over the game crashed and Steam started to download an update. I saw it was a 10.2 GB update and I realized something was wrong.

    I tried starting the game from Steam offline mode and it said that an executable was not found.

    Spoiler Alert, click show to read: 

    17:59:24.829 [system.io] [warning] open: mods/americas/data/loading_screen/loading_bar.tga.dds is missing
    17:59:24.831 [system.io] [warning] open: mods/americas/data/loading_screen/loading_logo.tga.dds is missing
    17:59:25.777 [system.io] [warning] open: mods/americas/data/loading_screen/loading_bar.tga.dds is missing
    17:59:25.869 [system.io] [warning] open: data/menu/symbols/FE_symbols_80/slave.tga is missing
    17:59:25.869 [system.io] [warning] open: data/menu/symbols/FE_faction_units/slave.tga is missing
    17:59:25.872 [system.io] [warning] open: data/menu/_M2_PROVINCIAL_CAMPAIGN_PANELS.TGA is missing
    17:59:25.873 [system.io] [warning] open: data/menu/_M2_MP_HISTORICAL_BATTLE_CHOOSE_TEAMS.TGA is missing
    17:59:25.875 [system.io] [warning] open: data/menu/TEXTURES/_M2_MAIN_MENU.TGA is missing
    17:59:26.367 [system.io] [warning] open: mods/americas/data/menu/buttons_composite2.tga.dds is missing
    17:59:26.381 [system.io] [warning] open: data/menu/slider_composite.tga.dds is missing
    17:59:26.381 [system.io] [warning] open: data/menu/slider_composite2.tga.dds is missing
    17:59:26.382 [system.io] [warning] open: data/menu/border_4pix_black_gold2.tga.dds is missing
    17:59:26.382 [system.io] [warning] open: data/menu/text_border.tga.dds is missing
    17:59:26.382 [system.io] [warning] open: data/menu/yellow_highlight.tga.dds is missing
    17:59:26.382 [system.io] [warning] open: data/menu/border_4pix_black_gold_selected.tga.dds is missing
    17:59:26.383 [system.io] [warning] open: data/menu/border_4pix_black_gold_black.tga.dds is missing
    17:59:26.383 [system.io] [warning] open: data/menu/_M2_Selection_Glow.tga.dds is missing
    17:59:26.383 [system.io] [warning] open: mods/americas/data/menu/unit_card.tga.dds is missing
    17:59:26.384 [system.io] [warning] open: data/menu/icons.tga.dds is missing
    17:59:46.297 [system.io] [warning] open: mods/americas/data/world/maps/campaign/imperial_campaign/leader_pic_venice.tga is missing
    17:59:46.348 [system.io] [warning] open: mods/americas/data/world/maps/campaign/imperial_campaign/leader_pic_venice.tga is missing
    17:59:48.066 [system.io] [warning] open: mods/americas/data/world/maps/campaign/imperial_campaign/leader_pic_jerusalem.tga is missing
    17:59:48.081 [system.io] [warning] open: mods/americas/data/world/maps/campaign/imperial_campaign/leader_pic_jerusalem.tga is missing


    thanks for the help, if any

  2. #2

    Default Re: CTD -> "mss32.dll was not found" -> 10gb autoupdate on Steam

    http://forums.totalwar.com/showthread.php/132206

    I think I just found a possible answer to the issue, so I'm posting the link.

    Hi all!

    As you may have heard, a few weeks ago the Gamespy servers had to shut down and it was no longer possible to play multiplayer on MEDIEVAL II However we are happy to announce that players who own this Total War classic on Steam can now play multiplayer again.

    Players who purchased the game elsewhere can use their existing Gamespy key to redeem the new Steam version. If you own the physical CD version of the game, the key should be included in the package, most likely printed on the back of the manual.
    If you purchased a digital version from a distributer other than Steam, your key should have been sent to you on purchase of the game. If you cannot locate the key, please contact the distributer you purchased the game from.

    It may take a short time for all Gamespy keys to be registered on Steam, if your code is rejected please wait 48 hours and try again.

    Save files from previous versions can be copied from the “…\saves\” folder in the previous installation folder to “…\Steam\SteamApps\common\Medieval II Total War\saves”.

    All multiplayer functionality updated to use Steamworks, as the Gamespy service has now been discontinued.
    French, German, Italian and Spanish language support added to Steam.
    Launcher removed. Selecting the title from the Steam library will now launch directly into the game.
    Medieval II: Total War - Kingdoms content is now displayed as DLC for the Medieval II main game, rather than as a separate listing in the Steam game library. You may notice that Kingdoms is no longer listed in your library, but you will automatically be granted access to the DLC package. The four Kingdoms campaigns are now accessible as launch options when right-clicking Medieval II in the Steam library.
    Later on in the thread, people acknowledge that this new change will break the performance of many mods. Apparently this includes SS. I am currently reinstalling my M2TW and I hope things run stable; mods pls let people know.

  3. #3

    Default Re: CTD -> "mss32.dll was not found" -> 10gb autoupdate on Steam

    well this sucks, however were you using the americas folder "workaround"?

    the correct way was doing a steam shortcut to the ss_launcher.exe, i.e adding a "non steam executable" to steam games list
    which apparently wont work with this update?
    can you test that for me?

  4. #4

    Default Re: CTD -> "mss32.dll was not found" -> 10gb autoupdate on Steam

    go to this thread for updated info...

    http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showt...the-update-for

  5. #5

    Default Re: CTD -> "mss32.dll was not found" -> 10gb autoupdate on Steam

    Thanks guys

    I already found a solution, though, I just reinstalled.

    For the record, a complete reinstall of MTW and then SS solves the issue. I still use the method with renaming mod folders as "americas" or whichever else.

  6. #6

    Default Re: CTD -> "mss32.dll was not found" -> 10gb autoupdate on Steam

    Quote Originally Posted by SizarieldoR View Post
    Thanks guys

    I already found a solution, though, I just reinstalled.

    For the record, a complete reinstall of MTW and then SS solves the issue. I still use the method with renaming mod folders as "americas" or whichever else.
    Great !!...until steam does another update and the americas folder that you have renamed so that you can play SS actually gets "steam rolled" back to the for-real americas campaign !!!

  7. #7

    Default Re: CTD -> "mss32.dll was not found" -> 10gb autoupdate on Steam

    Guys do not use the rename folder method...there are other solutions which work far better and avoids the risk of a future mess up with steam updates, not mentioning that if you do not use the SS_launcher.exe you'll be missing some important features of the mod.
    See this thread

  8. #8

    Default Re: CTD -> "mss32.dll was not found" -> 10gb autoupdate on Steam

    Quote Originally Posted by Melooo182 View Post
    Guys do not use the rename folder method...there are other solutions which work far better and avoids the risk of a future mess up with steam updates, not mentioning that if you do not use the SS_launcher.exe you'll be missing some important features of the mod.
    See this thread
    well said, melooo.....by the way thanks for your help in that other thread about this update...didn't see anyone acknowledge your input yet but i appreciate it

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •