Invalid memory/tmp file on startup in Max Payne for PC

Last Updated: July 20, 2023

Question: When starting the game an error appears stating that a memory/tmp file is invalid or missing.  What can I do?

Answer: Uninstall the game from control panel add/remove programs

Click on Start and choose run. type %temp%

Click on the edit menu and choose select all. Delete the selected files

Click start, run and type in msconfig. Click the startup tab and untick everything in the list except loadpowerprofile, scanregistry, system tray and task monitor (if they appear) Scan through the list of applications for necessary tools such as wireless keyboard and mouse software leaving them enabled if applicable. 'Restart' the computer

Reinstall the game to the defualt directory.