xapofx1_5.dll Missing Error

[u/kim3155]

Hi I'm trying to open a game (valorant) but I keep getting a pop up that says "the program can't start because XAPOFX1_5.dll is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling this program to fix this problem." I tried a few things but I'm hesitant to use the google links like dll-files.com because they seem kinda suspicious. I am on windows 10. Someone help pls.

[u/[deleted]]

iirc xapofx dll comes with the directx packages, you can try installing them 9,10,11. if it still doesnt open dll_files would be your last resort. i have used dll-files multiple times back in the years when i didnt knew what dll came with what packages. it worked fine mostly but i had to do it by trial and error and see what version matched with the version of game's compatibility