Copy the steam_api.dll (or steam_api64.dll ) from the CreamAPI folder and paste it into your game's folder where the original was. Copy the cream_api.ini file into the same folder. : Open cream_api.ini with a text editor like Notepad.
Open your game's installation folder (usually found by right-clicking the game in Steam > Browse local files ). Locate the following files: steam_api.dll (for 32-bit games) steam_api64.dll (for 64-bit games) 2. Rename Original Files Rename the original files to include an
TSR-2025-04-01-CAPI Date: April 1, 2025 Reported By: End User / Automated Patcher Severity: Medium (Functionality blocked) Status: Resolved (Manual Intervention Required)
You can find these IDs on SteamDB by searching for your specific game. Troubleshooting Copy the steam_api
Automated tools rely on stable internet connections and open permissions to download assets in the background. When the auto-download fails, it is usually due to one of three reasons:
Add the AppIDs of the DLCs you want to unlock at the bottom of the file. ⚠️ Why the Download Failed
You’ve done the heavy lifting. Now comes the moment of truth. Open your game's installation folder (usually found by
If you have manually added the DLLs but the error persists or the game crashes, consider these troubleshooting steps:
If the automated toolkit still displays the "add creamapi dlls manually exclusive" error, you must bypass the automation altogether and set up the files by hand. Follow these steps to implement a manual proxy configuration: Step 1: Identify Your Game Architecture
Since the auto-downloader failed, you’ll need to fetch the files yourself. Copy the steam_api
Ensure steam_api.dll is correctly identified (usually it’s named steam_api.dll or steam_api64.dll ).
: If manual setup is too difficult, you can try using CreamInstaller or AutoCreamAPI , which automate the process of finding DLL locations and generating the .ini file.