How to Fix “Error Reading Pak File” Error in Apex Legends

The “error reading pak file” error in Apex Legends is often caused duet to corrupted game files. If you updated your game recently and ran into the issue, it is highly likely that it was caused due to a bug when patching the new files. There are some easy fixes to address Apex Legends’ notorious “error reading pak file” error and you can sort out the problem in seconds. However, if the issue is caused by storage drive issues then you might need to relocate the game to a different drive or replace your hard drive. Here is a look at all possible solutions for fixing the “error reading pak file” error in Apex Legends. 

Why Does The Error Reading Pak File Error Occur in Apex Legends

The pak file error is caused by corrupt game files. Installing a new patch or storage drive issues can cause the issue on any system. The issue is restricted to PC only and it is not prevalent on PlayStation or Xbox. 

How to Fix Apex Legends’ “Error Reading Pak File” Error

Here are some of the ways you can address the issue and fix your installation. 

Solution 1: Delete The Corrupt Files

Whenever you get the error reading pak file error in Apex Legends, you get notified which file is corrupted. The popup also lets you know the location of the file and lists its path. Here is how you can remove it: 

1. Follow the file path listed in the error message. 
2. Find the file. 
3. Delete it. 
4. Launch Apex Legends 

In most cases the game will attempt to automatically update when it recognizes that there is a missing game file. In other cases, the game will create a new copy of the corrupt file and you should not face any further issues for the time being. 

Solution 2: Repair Game Files

You may need to repair your game files to fix the error reading pak file error in Apex Legends. 

1. Open Steam or Origin, depending on which launcher, your game is located in. 
2. Find Apex Legends in your Library
3. On Steam: Right Click on Apex Legends > Click on Properties > head to Local Files > Click on Verify Integrity of Game Files 
4. On Origin: Find the Gear icon next to the play button when clicking on Apex Legends in your Library and click on it. Click on the Repair button in the next popup. 
5. The game files now be automatically verified and any corrupt files will be removed. 

Solution 3: Replace Your Storage Drive

On rare occasions, the issue may be caused by a corrupt hard drive. If you are facing consistent issues in not just Apex Legends but other games as well, you might want to seek technical support and get your hard drive replaced or get a new drive. You can also consider reinstalling the game to a different hard drive as a temporary fix. 

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