How to Fix Apex Legends Integrity Error 0x8000002: Troubleshooting Guide for PC Gamers

Getting hit with the "Integrity Error 0x8000002" while launching Apex Legends? This frustrating error is caused by background programs, anti-cheat conflicts, or corrupted files. But don't worry—here’s the most complete guide to fix it.

What Is Integrity Error 0x8000002?

Error Message: "Apex exited due to an external tool that jeopardizes gameplay integrity."

This means Apex Legends' anti-cheat system has flagged background software or services as potential threats—even if they aren't cheats. Common causes include:

• Controller emulators like DS4Windows
• AutoHotkey scripts or macro software
• Media tools like TrayMenu.exe (VLC)
• Antivirus tools or RGB sync apps
• Software with kernel-level access like Riot Vanguard

How to Fix Apex Legends Integrity Error 0x8000002

Method 1: Uninstall Third-Party Antivirus

1. Go to Control Panel → Uninstall a Program
2. Remove antivirus like Avast, McAfee, Aost
3. Restart your PC
4. Try launching Apex again

Method 2: Delete easyanticheat Folder + Verify Game Files

1. Exit Riot Vanguard or similar apps from system tray
2. Navigate to:

C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Apex Legends

3. Delete the easyanticheat folder
4. Open Steam or EA App
5. Right-click Apex Legends → Properties → Installed Files → Verify integrity
6. On EA App: Click 3 dots next to game → Repair

Method 3: Delete the respawn Folder

1. Navigate to:

C:\Users\[Your Username]\Saved Games

2. Delete the respawn folder
3. Launch Apex after verifying files as above

Method 4: Uninstall Banned or Conflicting Software

Uninstall the following if present:

• AutoHotkey
• DS4Windows
• FaceIt
• Riot Vanguard
• Cheat Engine
• reWASD (even if not actively running)
• Daemon Tools
• FlowLauncher
• Seelen UI
• MicMute
• TrayMenu.exe (VLC background process)
• RGB software like Rob Manager or LED sync tools

Use Task Manager: Sort by Publisher and close suspicious/non-Microsoft processes.

Additional Fixes

• Linux Not Supported: If you're on Linux (e.g. Mint), the game is no longer supported due to anti-cheat restrictions.
• Clear Cache:
  • EA App: Help → App Recovery → Clear Cache
  • Steam: Settings → Downloads → Clear Download Cache
• DISM and SFC Scan:

Open CMD as Admin:
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
sfc /scannow

• Update GPU Drivers & Windows
• Try a Full Game Reinstall if nothing works
• Factory Reset was a last resort that worked for some players

Bonus Tips

• Many players fixed the error by uninstalling Daemon Tools — worked instantly.
• Others found TrayMenu.exe from VLC to be the issue — closing it in Task Manager resolved the error.
• Some reported that ending FlowLauncher in Task Manager allowed Apex to launch.
• Even when reWASD wasn't actively running, uninstalling it fixed the issue.
• Disabling tools like MicMute and Seelen UI helped several users restore normal game launch.

Final Thoughts

If you've tried basic repairs with no luck, dig into the lesser-known processes listed above. Apex's anti-cheat can be very sensitive to even normal apps. Keep Task Manager open, sort by publisher, and end one process at a time.

Still stuck? EA Forums and Support might be the next step—and sometimes, a random restart works wonders too.

Let us know what worked for you in the comments!