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06-10-2025, 04:33 AM
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Hello, I’ll be brief.

(This indicates “an error arose when attempting to duplicate a file; the original source is damaged.”)

I’ve attached an image depicting this situation – I was attempting to install a pirated copy of The Witcher 3, a process that took over two weeks due to my exceptionally slow internet connection (200kb/s). I shared this installation file with a friend, and he confirmed that it installed and ran without issues. So, what’s the problem? If there are any potential solutions, I'm unsure; perhaps a program to check for file corruption would be helpful. Please advise if you have any suggestions.
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Crafty_Box
06-10-2025, 04:33 AM #1

Hello, I’ll be brief.

(This indicates “an error arose when attempting to duplicate a file; the original source is damaged.”)

I’ve attached an image depicting this situation – I was attempting to install a pirated copy of The Witcher 3, a process that took over two weeks due to my exceptionally slow internet connection (200kb/s). I shared this installation file with a friend, and he confirmed that it installed and ran without issues. So, what’s the problem? If there are any potential solutions, I'm unsure; perhaps a program to check for file corruption would be helpful. Please advise if you have any suggestions.

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06-10-2025, 04:33 AM
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Initially, a damaged copy of the game is available. Tom’s Hardware does not support or encourage using illegally obtained software. Obtaining a legitimate version should resolve your difficulties. Case closed.
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iasdd177
06-10-2025, 04:33 AM #2

Initially, a damaged copy of the game is available. Tom’s Hardware does not support or encourage using illegally obtained software. Obtaining a legitimate version should resolve your difficulties. Case closed.

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06-10-2025, 04:33 AM
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Initially, a damaged copy of the game is available.
Tom’s Hardware does not support or encourage the use of illegally obtained software.
Obtaining a legitimate version of the game is likely to resolve your difficulties.
Case closed.
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Maxim69rus
06-10-2025, 04:33 AM #3

Initially, a damaged copy of the game is available.
Tom’s Hardware does not support or encourage the use of illegally obtained software.
Obtaining a legitimate version of the game is likely to resolve your difficulties.
Case closed.

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