How to Fix “Error Code: 30005” Couldn’t Start the Game?

The “Error 30005: Create File Failed With 32” is a common problem that occurs when games using Easy Anti—Cheat (EAC) fail to start. This usually happens when EAC is unable to create or access essential files due to interference from antivirus programs, leftover processes from previous sessions, or other system conflicts.

The most common cause is the EasyAntiCheat.sys file being locked by security software, such as Windows Defender or third—party antivirus tools. In some cases incomplete updates or corrupted files might also trigger this error. the good news is that-by following the specific steps you can fix the root problem.

Now that you know the causes, lets discuss the solutions.

1. Delete the SYS File

This issue can happen if the EasyAntiCheat.sys file is damaged or locked, preventing the game from starting. Deleting this file forces Easy Anti-Cheat to create a new one when you next start the game, fixing any issues.

This step helps by ensuring the system isn’t trying to use a file that can’t be accessed because of earlier problems or background tasks.

1. Press “Windows” + “E” to open File Explorer.
2. Find the “EasyAntiCheat“. Probably the default destination is: (This PC → Local Disk (C:) → Program Files (x86) → EasyAntiCheat).
3. Locate the EasyAntiCheat.sys then select and shift delete.
4. Right-click on the “EasyAntiCheat.sys” file and select “Delete”.

   

5. Once the file is deleted, Make sure clear your Empty Recycle Bin.
6. Start the game and check to see if the issue persists.

2. Verify the Game

Corrupted game files can stop the game from working properly by preventing important parts from loading correctly. Verifying the game checks each file to see if it matches the original on the game servers. If files are missing or damaged, the process automatically fixes or replaces them, returning the game to its correct state. This ensures all necessary parts are there and working.

1. Open the game launcher (e.g., Steam or Epic Games).
2. Go to your Game library.
3. Now Right—click the game that’s having issues.
4. Select “Properties” or “Manage”, then choose “Verify Integrity of Game Files” or “Verify”.
5. Wait for the process to finish and check if the issue persists.

3. Set Easy Anti-Cheat to Start with Windows

Enabling Easy Anti—Cheat to start with Windows ensures the service is always running when you Boot-up your Windows. Sometimes it’s important for preventing issues where glitches or third-party software may interfere with the service or preventing it from starting properly. By setting it to Run Automatically, will minimize the chances of it being blocked.

1. Press Windows key and type “Services.msc” then Open it.
2. Find “Easy Anti-Cheat,” choose a service from the list, and press “E” to locate it in the E list.
3. Double-click it, and set “Startup Type” to “Automatic”.
4. Select “Apply”, then click “OK”.

Restart your PC after changes and then try to start the game and check to see if the issue persists.

4. Repair the Easy Anti-Cheat Service

Another Step we can try here to reinstalling the Easy Anti-Cheat Service and it’s components. This is one of the simplest ways to fix the issue. Sometimes, problems occur in the service by chance, and if that’s the case then this method will resolve the problem.

1. Look for the EasyAntiCheat folder Probably it’s in C drive > Program Files (x86).
2. Open the folder and locate the EasyAntiCheat_Setup.exe then right click on it and run as Administrator.
3. Run the EasyAntiCheat.exe Repair Service to repair its functionality.

   

4. Select the option to repair the installation. This will check for any corrupted files and replace them with fresh ones.

Repairing the installation can fix any issues caused by corrupted  or missing files that might be preventing Easy Anti-Cheat from working correctly.

5. Check For Background Services

Some Background services may interfere sometimes with security related services like we are working with “Easy Anti-Cheat“. By Disabling unnecessary services temporarily can help prevent any conflicts and allow the service to run properly.

1. Press Win + R  to open the RUN dialog box.
2. Type Msconfig and press Enter to open the System Configuration Window.
3. In the Services tab, check the box that says Hide all Microsoft Services  to avoid accidentally disabling critical Windows services.
4. Review the list of remaining services and uncheck any service that are not essential, leaving only required ones (e.g., Easy Anti-Cheat, your game-related services).
5. Click Apply and then OK.
6. Restart your PC and try launching the game again hope fully this method will resolve the issue.

Doing this reduces the chances of interference with Easy Anti-Cheat. Once you’ve confirmed the game is running properly. you can revert the changes one by one enabling the services again through the same Msconfig window that help you to identify those services that cause conflicting.

6. Disable Third-Party Antivirus or Firewall Temporarily

Lastly, third-party antivirus or firewall software sometimes block Easy Anti-Cheat. Temporarily disabling them may help resolve the issue. if the game works after disabling these, it’s likely the security software was interfering. Many times gamers reported about third-party antivirus or firewall for this kind of behavior.

Note: Disable the Antivirus installed on the system to prevent the game from being blocked.