Windows 10: Critical process died. Running out of options

Discus and support Critical process died. Running out of options in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; Critical process died on pc.Ive tried all options including trying to reset the pc it wont let me start up repair is stuck on loop of not working.... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by Maddie Nolan, Apr 29, 2025 at 11:32 AM.

  1. MADDIE NOLAN
    Maddie Nolan Win User

    Critical process died. Running out of options


    Critical process died on pc.Ive tried all options including trying to reset the pc it wont let me start up repair is stuck on loop of not working. Commands such as scannow and checking the disk dont work. I cant use dism because “cleanup image is unknown” im really lost for options right now.

    :)
     
    Maddie Nolan, Apr 29, 2025 at 11:32 AM
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  2. KAPIL ARYA MVP
    Kapil Arya MVP Win User
    Kapil Arya MVP, Apr 29, 2025 at 11:35 AM
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  3. CARLO FER
    Carlo Fer Win User
    Critical Process Died and Unexpected Store Exception

    Hi,

    To help you resolve the issue, please answer the follow questions below:

    • Which version & build of Windows are you running?
    To find out what version of Windows you are running:

    • Press the Windows Key + R.
    • A box will pop up in the bottom left side of the screen. Type winver
      and then press Enter.
    • Another box will open that will tell you what version of Windows you're running and what the build is. Please post both the version number and the build number.
    • What are the troubleshooting steps you've done so far?

    You can refer to this link
    about the error fix Critical Process Died and follow the steps provided. Make sure you have the latest

    Windows 10 updates    .

    We're looking forward to your response.
     
    Carlo Fer, Apr 29, 2025 at 11:35 AM
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  4. SINGH
    singh Win User

    Critical process died. Running out of options

    Critical Process Died on windows 10 setup


    Ive just opened event viewer as you suggested but I cant seem to find any error that says "critical process died"
    Critical process died. Running out of options 86778d1485968481t-critical-process-died-windows-10-setup-event-viewer.jpg


    I have attached a screenshot of the event viewer. I have scrolled to the bottom to where it first booted up.

    Ive downloaded the software you sent the link for but I'm not sure how to use it as nothing shows up when I load it.
     
    singh, Apr 29, 2025 at 11:35 AM
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