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SteamCMD "Fatal Error: Failed to load steamconsole.dll"

Description of issue:

When trying to install or update the dedicated server via SteamCMD, it will result in the following to be displayed:

!!! Fatal Error: Failed to load steamconsole.dll

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Solutions:

  • Run SteamCMD as Admin.
  • Move SteamCMD install or game server install to another folder.
    • SteamCMD does not like being on the desktop, which is the likely cause for most users.