microsoft C++ Library runtime error/abnormal program termination

"Abnormal Program Termination" normally means that the program has done something it should have, for instance tried to access a memory address that has no memory present at it.

The is not a lot you can do about it. Make sure you have the correct/latest version of the drivers for your hardware is about the only thing I can suggest you do.

Other than that check the manufacturers website for patches or a forum where you can ask a similar question.

I am moving this to miscellaneous discussions as it is not really a C/C++ question.

I was wondering if someone could help me with this problem...i get a runtime error everytime i try to play Swat 4 on my PC.It says abnormal program termination and i have no idea why....could someone please respond and let me know how to fix this...or if it can even be fixed??

Hello, yes this is ceretainly a problem for most of us. I think the major problem is the Duo core 2 processors. Here is a fix that worked for me.

Install the game, but do not attempt to play. Download this file from...

http://www.securom.com/support/customers/vugames/Swat4_t082v7/swat4.zip

Save into your documents.

Go into (C:/program files/sierra/swat4/content/system

Change the file SWAT4 *file with the black icon*, by renaming the file to SWAT4.exe~ then leave this system folder open

Go into your documents and unzip the downloaded file from the above address. Once unzipped it should appear as a SWAT4 window icon. Drag and drop this icon into the open system file folder. Closed all open windows and try playing. Should be a fix to your problems.

Error message: Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Game won't load>spinning disk icon>D: drive not responding?

Hello, yes this is ceretainly a problem for most of us. I think the major problem is the Duo core 2 processors. Here is a fix that worked for me.

Install the game, but do not attempt to play. Download this file from...

http://www.securom.com/support/customers/vugames/Swat4_t082v7/swat4.zip

Save into your documents.

Go into (C:/program files/sierra/swat4/content/system

Change the file SWAT4 *file with the black icon*, by renaming the file to SWAT4.exe~ then leave this system folder open

Open the SWAT4.ini file {the file reads SWAT4 with a notebook and crank wheel icon} open this file and scroll down to [Engine.GameEngine] Under this section reads "EnableDevTools=False" Change False to True" And save under File>Save>> Close this window

Go into your documents and unzip the downloaded file from the above address. Once unzipped it should appear as a SWAT4 window icon. Drag and drop this icon into the open system file folder. Close all open windows and try playing. Should be a fix to your problems.

I have tried this download and it works for the original swat 4 but how can I get the expansion (stetchkov syndicate) to work as well? I have a newer HP Pavillion with windows vista home premium....Please help..

I have tried this download and it works for the original swat 4 but how can I get the expansion (stetchkov syndicate) to work as well? I have a newer HP Pavillion with windows vista home premium....Please help..

I get a microsoft c++ runtime error that reads
"ProgramFiles\Sierra\Swat4\ContentExpansion\System \Swat4.exe"

I get it everytime I try to play the expansion is there a file made for the expansion like there is for the original Swat 4? Can this be fixed? Please help..

I have tried this download and it works for the original swat 4 but how can I get the expansion (stetchkov syndicate) to work as well? I have a newer HP Pavillion with windows vista home premium....Please help..

Google really DOES help you know... It found this page with it and will copy the instructions to here:

• Problem: When I start Swat 4 or TSS I get a "C++ runtime error". I have a PC with a dual core processor (usually Dell or HP).
• Solution: This problem is caused by the Securom copy protection. You need a new Swat4.exe file to start your game. Here is how to get it (source)
  1. Right click on your SWAT 4 or SWAT 4 Stetchkov Syndicate Icon
  2. Click on LAUNCH ANALYSIS
  3. Click yes on the message
  4. Then you should get a message saying you got a analysislog file
  5. Next go to http://www.securom.com/ and go to the customer support
  6. Email them and attach the analysis file to your email
  7. Once you get the email (Email arrival may vary) follow the instructions it gives you
  8. Please dont use one of the exe-files that you can find on the official forums because they will only work in single player, you need a special exe modified by Securom so that it matches your own copy of Swat 4

Greetings,
Nepomuk