Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Fortnite refusing to launch because "gameinput.dll" is missing? Here is how to repair the Microsoft GameInput service and get back into the game.
Command:
dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth

link:
github.com/microsoftconnect/GameInput/releases

In this video: This error is usually caused by a corrupted Windows update related to "Microsoft GameInput" or a conflict with the Epic Games Launcher. I will show you how to locate the service, rename the corrupted folder to force a reinstall, and verify your game files.

⚠️ Important: Do NOT download gameinput.dll from random websites. That is unsafe. Follow these official steps instead.

The Fixes Covered:

Rename/Delete the GameInput Folder:

Path: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft GameInput

Action: Rename "Microsoft GameInput" to "Microsoft GameInput_Backup".

Reinstall Gaming Services: Using PowerShell to refresh the dependency.

Verify Fortnite Files: Using the Epic Games Launcher repair tool.

Install Visual C++ Redistributables: Ensuring basic drivers are updated.