This is a Star Wars Fans of the Star Wars franchise have been playing Knights of the Old Republic nonstop since its debut. It’s a great game, but there are a few issues that could pop up at any time. The “This application has encountered an unspecified error” warning is one such example.

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Method 1: Delete the Bitraider Folder And Terminate All Running Bitraider Processes

There are many others who have experienced this issue who have confirmed that Bitraider is to blame. Bitraider showcases downloading technology that reduces network use and may be used to automatically update and download the client patch while you play.

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However, many players have been disabling it in order to avoid the game’s instability and frequent crashes.

  1. Using Task Manager, you must terminate all running instances of Bitraider. To launch the Task Manager, simultaneously press the Ctrl, Shift, and Esc keys on your keyboard.
  2. You may also access Task Manager by pressing Ctrl + Alt + Del, which will bring up a blue menu with additional choices. It’s also possible to look for it in the Windows Start menu.
  3. There may be numerous instances of Bitraider.exe running on the system, therefore it’s best to expand Task Manager by clicking the More details button in the window’s lower left corner. The BRSptsvc.exe and brw.exe processes are additional services. Put them under “Background processes” there. Pick each one, then in the window’s right-hand corner, click the Stop button.
  4. When prompted by a notice regarding the potential consequences of terminating some processes on your computer, select Yes.
  5. You must now access the game’s root folder (or installation folder) and remove the Bitraider folder. The default installation directory for games obtained through Origin is C:Program Files (x86)Origin Games. To delete the “Bitraider” folder, right-click on it and select “Delete” from the menu that appears.
  6. Open the game client again, either through Origin or the executable on your machine, to see if the SWTOR “This application has encountered an unspecified fault” message still shows.

Method 2: Allow the Client to Update By Creating A Firewall Exception.

It’s possible that firewalls are to responsible for some network issues that arise whenever an update is deployed. This issue exists whether you use Windows Defender Firewall or a different third-party firewall, so turning it off is always an option.

  1. Find the Control Panel by typing “Control Panel” into the Start menu’s search field, or by using the magnifying glass and the circular Cortana button on the left side of the taskbar.
  2. Windows Firewall can be found at the very bottom of the Control Panel window, which can be accessed by switching the view to Large or Small icons.
  3. Select Windows Firewall, then select Allow an app or feature through Windows Firewall from the submenu on the left. The app selection menu should load. Find the entry for Star Wars: The Old Republic on the list, and select the appropriate options for “Private Network” and “Public Network” to enable those connections.
  4. To see if the “This application has encountered an unspecified fault” warning disappears after you’ve clicked OK and restarted your computer, try opening the game in question through Steam again.

Method 3: Check for Malicious Software by Running a Scan.

Some users who had their computers infected with malware reported being unable to fix the problem until after the infection was removed. Scanning your computer for malware should be your top priority, as viruses can cause far more damage to your system than a damaged video game.

Since Malwarebytes has such a large database, we will demonstrate how to run a scan with it on your computer, as it typically returns the most accurate findings. Here’s hoping you have the best of luck!

  1. The free edition of Malwarebytes Anti-Malware, which can be obtained from the company’s website, is an excellent anti-malware tool. After this problem is resolved, you probably won’t need the entire suite (unless you wish to purchase it and have it ready for later problems), so only get the trial version.
  2. To run the programme on your computer, find the downloaded executable file in your computer’s Downloads folder and double-click on it.
  3. Click “Install Now” and then “Malwarebytes,” then “Install,” then “Follow” to begin the installation procedure.
  4. Locate Malwarebytes in the Start menu or on your desktop, then go to the main menu and click the Scan button.
  5. Upon launching, the programme will likely refresh its virus database before continuing the scan. It may take some time for the procedure to complete, so we appreciate your patience. Be sure to confirm the removal or quarantining of any malware found on your machine.
  6. After the scan is complete, reboot your computer and see if you’re still having problems with SWTOR.