Can't open 64 bit applications

[NOOB888]

After I installed a graphics update for my gtx 1060, I haven't been able to open some 64 bit applications and games. For example I have both 32 and 64 bit versions of Euro Truck Simulator 2. When I try to open the 64 bit version, it appears in task manager and then crashes. If I open the 32 bit though, it opens fine. I suspected that this issue might have to do with the update, so I uninstalled it and installed the previous update, but it still didn't fix the problem. What's wrong?

[Mnky313]

11 minutes ago, NOOB888 said:

After I installed a graphics update for my gtx 1060, I haven't been able to open some 64 bit applications and games. For example I have both 32 and 64 bit versions of Euro Truck Simulator 2. When I try to open the 64 bit version, it appears in task manager and then crashes. If I open the 32 bit though, it opens fine. I suspected that this issue might have to do with the update, so I uninstalled it and installed the previous update, but it still didn't fix the problem. What's wrong?

I assume you have a 64bit version of windows?
Is it just ETS2 or what else doesn't open in 64bit mode.

Edited September 12, 2019 by Mnky313
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[NOOB888]

Just now, Mnky313 said:

I assume you have a 64bit version of windows?
Is it just ETS2 or what else doesn't open in 64bit mode.

Yes 64  bit windows, not only that, I also have sims 4 in 64 which doesnt run but 32 bit does

[Mnky313]

Just now, NOOB888 said:

Yes 64  bit windows, not only that, I also have sims 4 in 64 which doesnt run but 32 bit does

Maybe it's the 64bit visual C++, go to the games directory and look for a _VCRedist or _VCRedistributable, etc. Folder, there should be some installers in them, run the 64bit one and hit repair.

[NOOB888]

4 minutes ago, Mnky313 said:

Maybe it's the 64bit visual C++, go to the games directory and look for a _VCRedist or _VCRedistributable, etc. Folder, there should be some installers in them, run the 64bit one and hit repair.

I'll try that

[NOOB888]

6 hours ago, Mnky313 said:

Maybe it's the 64bit visual C++, go to the games directory and look for a _VCRedist or _VCRedistributable, etc. Folder, there should be some installers in them, run the 64bit one and hit repair.

Didn't fix the problem. Its not just with games, its happening to some applications as well.

[Mnky313]

Interesting, I would try just reinstalling windows or booting another install on a separate drive and see if you have the same problem.