(8016) error code SPORE
Hello, I just got a new laptop with windows 10, and I downloaded spore via origin. when I click play I get the error: A required security module cannot be activated. This program cannot be executed...
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I can confirm after much research, trial and error that this error occurs in Asus Z170 (Skylake) motherboards whose BIOS has not been updated.
The most recent BIOS from Asus resolved this issue for me. No downgrade to Windows 7 was required. My research indicates that Gigabyte Z170 motherboards are also affected. I would recommend that the best solution to the 8016 problem for people who have Z170 motherboards is to update their BIOS.
Could you please like give me a link to update it please. I'm using a ASUS ROG G20 PC If that helps
Howdy @YT_Ryzz,
You have to contact support from Asus. They can tell you what BIOS version your needs
https://vip.asus.com/VIP2/Services/QuestionForm?lang=en-us&_ga=1.94819800.599844220.1471785218
Cheers
Liz
Hi,
I buyed spore one years old ago. in my old pc win7 all work good but i buyed also a new pc with win 10 and spore make error 8016. I tryed installed patch on links i saw and except bug my origin anything work and only write error 8016 can i have some help i'm bored of this bug..... thanks 🙂
As mentioned in this topic. If you have a newer computer, it often needs a newer BIOS update from your manufacturer.
Spore has problems with SkyLake processor if this is not up-to-date.
I hope this answer your question!
~Liz
