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How to Remove `gem.inf` and Restart GemstoneRO

This guide will show you how to resolve common patching issues by deleting the `gem.inf` file and restarting the GemstoneRO Patcher.


๐Ÿ“‚ Step 1: Open the GemstoneRO Directory

  • Locate the folder where you installed GemstoneRO.
  • By default, itโ€™s in your `C:\Games\Gemstone` folder or the custom location you selected during installation.

Here is an example of what the directory looks like: GemstoneRO Directory


๐Ÿ—‘๏ธ Step 2: Identify the `gem.inf` File

  • Look for the file named `gem.inf` in your GemstoneRO directory.
  • The file usually has a gear icon.

โš ๏ธ Important: Do not delete any other files in this folder.


๐Ÿ–ฑ๏ธ Step 3: Delete the `gem.inf` File

  1. Right-click on the `gem.inf` file.
  2. Select Delete from the context menu. Alternatively, select the file and press the Delete key on your keyboard.

๐Ÿ”„ Step 4: Restart the Patcher

  1. Open the Gemstone Patcher application from the same directory.
  2. Allow the patcher to re-download the necessary files.

๐ŸŽฎ Step 5: Launch the Game

  1. After the patching process is complete, click Start in the patcher to launch GemstoneRO.
  2. The game should now function without issues.

๐Ÿ”” Why Should You Do This?

The Patcher can occasionally cause mismatches and miss some updates. Deleting the `gem.inf` file ensures the patcher retrieves updated settings, automatically resolving potential problems.

If you encounter further issues, feel free to contact us on Discord.

Quick Steps Summary

Step Action Icon
Step 1 Locate the GemstoneRO directory ๐Ÿ“‚
Step 2 Identify the `gem.inf` file ๐Ÿ—‘๏ธ
Step 3 Delete the `gem.inf` file ๐Ÿ–ฑ๏ธ
Step 4 Restart the Gemstone Patcher ๐Ÿ”„
Step 5 Launch the game through the patcher ๐ŸŽฎ
patcher_redownload.txt ยท Last modified: 2024/11/18 08:20 by gemmaster