Here in this post we will discuss and share the details for the error code 3001 with the Star Citizen.
The error reads “Basepack – Invalid Files. Something went wrong while downloading the game, please try again.”
As per our research, the error comes when users try to install the game, and the error means that some of the installed game files are corrupted.
Fixes For Star Citizen Error Code 3001
Fix 1: Make Sure You Are Not Using VPN
If you own a VPN and are trying to install the game while your VPN is enabled then we suggest you to disable your VPN, and try installing the game again.
During our research, we found many users who were just having this issue because their VPN was enabled.
Fix 2: Make Sure You Have Enough Space
If you are not using a VPN or tried disabling it but the error is still coming then check and make sure you have enough space left for the game to be installed.
Many players have suggested that they needed much more free space than the game needed in order to resolve this issue, so check and make sure you have enough space for the game installation.
Fix 3: Verify Game Files
The next possible reason for the issue is the corrupt or missing game files, so we advise you to verify the game files to fix any corrupt/missing game files.
Here is how to verify game files for the RSI Launcher.
- Shut down your device and restart it after a couple of minutes.
- Open the RSI Launcher.
- Go to the Settings.
- Select the channel (LIVE, PTU, etc.) of the version of the game showing the errors.
- Check and make sure the game install location matches the location where you have installed the game.
- Select Verify.
- Wait till the file verification process finishes.
Fix 4: Run The RSI Launcher As Admin
Many users have shared that running the RSI launcher as administrator has solved the issue, so if the error persists then try running the RSI launcher as admin.
Fix 5: Terminate Killer Network Service
Next, we suggest you to visit the task manager and terminate the Killer Network Service.
To access the Task Manager on a Windows PC simply press the shortcut key “Ctrl + Shift + Esc”. Once you have access to the Task Manager, find the Killer network service and terminate it.
Fix 6: Try Selecting The Location For Installation
We also have found that in many cases the error may also come if the RSI launcher is unable to figure out the exact file location of the game, so we suggest you to select the location for the installation manually.
- Open the RSI launcher.
- Select Settings.
- Select Games.
- Select Change RSI library location.
- Then change the location to C:\ > program files> Robert space industries.
- Check if the error persists.
Fix 7: Possibly It’s a Disk Sector Error
In some rare cases this also can be the Dick sector error, so try using the following command.
- Open the Start menu or tap the Windows + R key.
- In the Run command box, type cmd or cmd.exe to access command prompt.
- Press Enter.
- Then enter the following command without the Quotation Marks,
- “HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\stornvme\Parameters\Device” /v “ForcedPhysicalSectorSizeInBytes” /t REG_MULTI_SZ /d “* 4095”.
Fix 8: Reinstall The Launcher And Game
Next, you can try deleting and reinstalling the launcher and game to remove everything and start over.
First of all, this is a little complicated process, and it is also very time-consuming so if you need help with this process then you can refer to this guide where you can find the exact steps to delete and reinstall the RSI launcher along with the game.