October 26, 2023 Subject: System Architecture, Dependency Management, and Deployment Procedures Target Audience: System Administrators, Software Developers, and IT Support Personnel
| Version | Direct URL (x64) | |---------|------------------| | | https://aka.ms/vs/16/release/vc_redist.x64.exe | | Latest 2015-2022 | https://aka.ms/vc_redist.x64.exe | visual c++ 2019 redistributable package (x64) download
: Look for the "Visual Studio 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2022" section. In these cases, you may need to install
End-users generally do not proactively download this package; it is usually a prerequisite for other software. Common scenarios requiring the include: In these cases
Even if you have a 64-bit computer, some older applications or games are built on 32-bit architecture. In these cases, you may need to install the x86 and x64 versions of the 2019 Redistributable for maximum compatibility. Summary Table: Quick Specs Developer Microsoft Corporation Supported OS Windows 10, 11, Server 2016+ File Name VC_redist.x64.exe Purpose Running C++ Apps & Games
Since Microsoft maintains binary compatibility from VS2015 to VS2022:
| Scenario | Why x64 redist required | |----------|------------------------| | Running a 64-bit application built with VS2019 | Missing vcruntime140.dll error | | Game mods or plugins compiled with v142 toolset | Plugin host (e.g., OBS, Blender, games) requires CRT | | Enterprise LOB (Line-of-Business) x64 app deployment | Silent installer used via SCCM, Intune, or GPO | | Custom MFC x64 application | Needs mfc140u.dll and MFC resources |