: Click the three dots next to the game > Manage > Verify . Secondary Troubleshooting Steps
Start with the simplest solutions and move to more advanced ones. Begin by making a backup of your save files (located in Documents\Shadow of the Tomb Raider ) before proceeding.
This shortens the file path and often resolves read errors instantly. shadow of the tomb raider unable to open bigfile.000
: Find and delete bigfile.000.tiger through bigfile.011.tiger . Verify Integrity :
(Note: If you use third-party software like Avast, Bitdefender, or Malwarebytes, open its specific control panel and add the game directory to its Exceptions list). Step 4: Clear Launcher Download Caches : Click the three dots next to the game > Manage > Verify
The error can be caused by various factors, including:
Scroll down to and click Add or remove exclusions . Click Add an exclusion and select Folder . This shortens the file path and often resolves
This error generally indicates that the game cannot read, find, or access its core data files, which are housed in the bigfile.000 file. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of why this happens and actionable steps to resolve it. What Causes the "Unable to open bigfile.000" Error?
Scroll down to and select Add or remove exclusions .