Main scenario
Old games ask for specific DLL files or do not launch after installation.
June 2010
DirectX Legacy Runtime download for Windows
Legacy Runtime is a package of old DirectX SDK components for games and programs that lack D3DX, XInput, XAudio, XACT, or D3DCompiler. It is needed not instead of DirectX 12, but alongside it.
directx_Jun2010_redist.exeOffline runtime, 95.6 MB
SHA-256 is listed belowVerification hash: 053f76dc…bf89c73b
Without manual DLL replacementFirst run the runtime installer, then restart the game
About the version
What is DirectX Legacy Runtime
DirectX Legacy Runtime is a practical answer to old game errors. It adds libraries that were once installed together with DirectX SDK and are still required by many games: D3DX9, XInput 1.3, XAudio 2.7, XACT, and D3DCompiler.
The package does not downgrade or replace the system DirectX. On Windows 10/11 you can keep DirectX 12, and legacy components will simply be available to the games that need them.
What's inside
D3DX, XInput 1.3, XAudio 2.7, XACT, and D3DCompiler components.
Why offline
The package can be saved and installed without re-downloading components.
Safe approach
Install the full runtime instead of copying individual DLL files to system folders.
DirectX versions
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DirectX 12
Recommended
For modern games, Windows 10/11, and current graphics cards.
Current choice
For most new games and fresh gaming builds
Windows
10 / 11
Graphics
Direct3D 12
ScenarioNew games
- Direct3D 12 and new graphics APIs
- Best choice for new games
- Compatible with modern video drivers
File:directx-12-runtime.exe
DownloadFor games from the Windows 7/8/10 era and projects that need a DX11 renderer.
- Suitable for many games of the 2010s
- Often needed for DX11 mode
File:directx-11-runtime.exe
DownloadFor old games and systems requiring DX10 compatibility.
- For old engines and graphics modes
- Helps meet the game requirements
File:directx-10-runtime.exe
DownloadFor classic games, D3DX9 components, and old game engines.
- Helps with d3dx9_43.dll errors
- Needed by many games of the 2000s
File:directx_Jun2010_redist.exe
DownloadFull package of legacy DirectX SDK components for old games.
- D3DX, XInput, XAudio, XACT
- Offline installation without additional download
File:directx_Jun2010_redist.exe
DownloadFiles
Download Legacy Runtime: download options
The main button downloads the recommended file for this page. An alternative package is available nearby if a different installation scenario is needed.
| File | When to choose | Size | SHA-256 | Download |
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| directx_Jun2010_redist.exeOffline runtime | Recommended option for this page | 95.6 MB |
053f76dc…bf89c73b
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| dxwebsetup.exeWeb installer | Web installer for quickly installing missing components | 288.4 KB |
2cf71d09…26fd612f
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Verified
Legacy Runtime file verification
Before downloading, verify not only the file name but also the size, SHA-256, and installation scenario. This reduces the risk of confusing a runtime package with a single DLL or a third-party build.
The page and verification data have been reviewed for the current DirectX.biz site structure.
Offline runtime, size 95.6 MB, SHA-256:053f76dc…bf89c73b.
We compare the package, hash, runtime purpose, and installation scenario without manual system DLL replacement.
Microsoft: DirectX End-User Runtime Web Installer Microsoft: DirectX End-User Runtimes June 2010 Microsoft Support: checking DirectX version
Verification
How to check Legacy Runtime via DXDiag
DXDiag shows the system DirectX version and graphics card capabilities. This helps determine whether a runtime package, GPU driver, or different DirectX version is needed.
- ClickWin + R.Enterdxdiagand confirm the launch of DirectX Diagnostic Tool.
- Check the System tab.The DirectX Version line will show the system Windows version.
- Open the Display tab.The graphics card driver and Feature Levels matter: they show the actual GPU support.
- Compare with the game requirements.If legacy DLL is missing, install the runtime. If Feature Level is missing, start with the driver or graphics card.
Installation
How to install Legacy Runtime correctly
Installation must be predictable: no random DLL files, no replacement of system folders, no extra steps after downloading.
- Download the directx_Jun2010_redist.exe file.Use the main button on the first screen or the file table.
- Check the name and size.For this page the file size is 95.6 MB; SHA-256 can be copied from the table.
- Run the installer.Confirm administrator rights if Windows requests them.
- Restart the game.If the error persists, update the graphics card driver and check the game requirements.
Game errors
When people usually look for Legacy Runtime
d3dx9_43.dll not found
Usually resolved by installing DirectX End-User Runtime.
XInput1_3.dll is missing
The package adds old XInput for games and gamepads.
XAudio2_7.dll not found
The component is needed by old game engines for audio.
D3DCompiler_43.dll is missing
The runtime adds old compiler components required by games.
FAQ
Quick answers on Legacy Runtime
Does Legacy Runtime replace DirectX 12?
No. It is installed alongside and adds old libraries for compatibility.
When is it better to download the offline runtime?
If you need to save the full package, install it on multiple PCs, or work without a stable internet connection.
Why not download a single DLL?
A single DLL may not match the required version. The runtime installs a set of components more reliably.