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How to fix nProtect GameGuard Error 115 and 110

These mean GameGuard is already running or has collided with another instance or program, so a fresh copy cannot start. Clearing the running instance fixes it. Jump to your situation below or work through the methods in order.

By Neeraj Singh ~6 min Updated Jun 2026 84% found this helpful
Error message
GameGuard Error 115: game executed multiple times or GameGuard already running. Error 110: collision.
Summary

GameGuard Error 115 means the game was launched more than once, or GameGuard is already running, so a second copy cannot start. The closely related Error 110 is a collision with another running instance or program (and Error 112 is a failure to load GameGuard's checking modules, often low memory or a virus). All three come down to a GameGuard or game process that is already in memory or a program clashing with it. The fix is to close the game fully, then open Task Manager (Ctrl+Shift+Esc) and end the GameMon.des process plus any lingering game process, and relaunch a single copy. If that does not clear it, reboot to flush the stuck instance, disable or whitelist security software that may be holding GameGuard open, and for 112 run a virus scan and confirm your PC meets the game's minimum requirements. Because these are duplicate-instance and collision errors rather than a ban, removing the running copy lets a clean GameGuard start.

What this error means

Only one GameGuard instance can run at a time. Error 115 means one is already running or the game was launched twice, and Error 110 means another instance or program collided with it. Error 112 means GameGuard could not load its checking modules, often due to low memory or a virus.

Removing the running copy fixes 115 and 110: close the game and end the GameMon.des process, then launch once. A reboot flushes a stuck instance, disabling or whitelisting security software stops it holding GameGuard open, and a virus scan plus a requirements check addresses 112.

Common causes

GameGuard or the game is already running (Error 115).
A collision with another instance or program (Error 110).
GameGuard could not load its checking modules (Error 112).
Security software holding a GameGuard process open, low memory, or a virus.
Expert insight

“115 and 110 are the duplicate and collision errors, and the fix is almost always in Task Manager. Close the game, then end GameMon.des and any leftover game process, and launch one copy. People trigger 115 by double-clicking the launcher twice, so just start it once. If it will not clear, reboot to flush the stuck instance. The 112 cousin is different, that is GameGuard failing to load its modules, usually low memory or something the antivirus should catch, so scan and check the game's requirements.”

How to fix it

Method 1

Close the game and end GameMon.des

1Fully close the game.
2Open Task Manager (Ctrl+Shift+Esc) and end the GameMon.des process and any lingering game process.
3Launch a single copy of the game.
Method 2

Reboot to clear a stuck instance

1If ending the process does not help, restart the PC.
2This flushes a GameGuard instance that is stuck in memory (Error 110).
3Relaunch once.
Method 3

Disable or whitelist security software

1Temporarily disable or whitelist antivirus and firewall that may hold a GameGuard process open.
2Add the game and its GameGuard folder to exclusions.
3Relaunch.
Method 4

Virus scan and check requirements (Error 112)

1For Error 112, run an up-to-date virus scan.
2Confirm your PC meets the game's minimum memory and system requirements.
3Reboot and test.

GameGuard Error 115 means it is already running or the game was launched twice; Error 110 is a collision; Error 112 is a module-load failure. Close the game and end the GameMon.des process in Task Manager, launch one copy, and reboot to clear a stuck instance. Disable or whitelist security software, and for 112 run a virus scan and check the game's requirements.

Frequently asked questions

What does GameGuard Error 115 mean?
It means the game was launched more than once, or GameGuard is already running, so a second copy cannot start. Close the game, end the GameMon.des process in Task Manager, and launch a single copy.
How do I fix Error 115?
Fully close the game, open Task Manager (Ctrl+Shift+Esc), end the GameMon.des process and any leftover game process, then launch one copy of the game. Reboot if ending the process does not clear it.
What is the difference between 115 and 110?
Error 115 means GameGuard is already running or the game was started twice. Error 110 is a collision with another running instance or program. Both are fixed by clearing the running GameGuard, and 110 often needs a reboot.
What causes Error 112?
Error 112 means GameGuard could not load its modules for checking, usually due to low memory or a virus. Disable interfering security software, run an up-to-date virus scan, and confirm your PC meets the game's minimum requirements.
How do I end the GameGuard process?
Press Ctrl+Shift+Esc to open Task Manager, find GameMon.des under Processes or Details, right-click it and choose End task. Then relaunch a single copy of the game.
Why do I get 115 when I only launched once?
A previous game session left GameGuard running, so it thinks a copy is already active. End the GameMon.des process in Task Manager, or reboot, then launch the game once.

Still not working?

If 115 or 110 returns immediately after ending the process, a background launcher may be auto-starting the game twice, or a corrupted GameGuard is stuck; disable auto-launch and delete the game's GameGuard folder to force a clean redownload. You can also submit your error to us for a tailored fix.

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