1 File Failed To Validate And Will Be Reacquired -

If the problem persists, your local download cache might be corrupted.

When you use the "Verify Integrity of Game Files" feature, Steam compares the files installed on your computer against the master files on the Steam servers. It checks for missing files, corrupted data, or incorrect file sizes. 1 file failed to validate and will be reacquired

This message becomes a concern only if:

But then, the scan finishes and gives you a cryptic message: If the problem persists, your local download cache

While the message sounds technical, the concept behind it is simple. This article explains why this error happens and how to ensure your game runs smoothly. If the problem persists