A crash during download or installation can lead to missing files.

Whether you are using the official Steam version or a modified repack, the steam_api.dll

If you are reading this, you have likely just been greeted by a frustrating error message when trying to launch Resident Evil 6 :

This will replace any missing or corrupted files, including steam_api.dll .

Steam will replace missing or corrupted files automatically.

The correct file is usually located in: \Steam\steamapps\common\Resident Evil 6\