Error Msg after reformatting computer

[ReinerAllen]

I reformatted my computer and everything else works fine. But when attempt to launch strategic Command I get this error message:

"Could not initialize SEAM manger or invalid serial key"

I'm sure there is a simple solution to this.

[VPaulus]

Try first Step 1 and if the issue still persists try Step 2.
Step 1: Run the game as Administrator

- Right-click the game in your Steam Library.
- Go to Properties, then to the Local Files tab.
- Click Browse Local Files.
- Locate the game executable (the application file).
- Right-click it and go to Properties.
- Click the Compatibility tab.
- Check the "Run this program as an administrator" box.
- Click Apply. Having done this, restart Steam and try launching the game again.


Step 2: Run Steam as Administrator

- Navigate your Steam installation file (By default, it is in C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam).
- Right-click the Steam executable.
- Follow the above steps to set it to Run as Administrator.
- Restart Steam.

[ReinerAllen]

I'm afraid it's not working. Question: If I uninstall it and reinstall it will I still be able to access my PBEM games?

BTW my version of the game through Slitherines not Steam.

[Hubert Cater]

A full uninstall and reinstall will likely resolve the issue for you, and no issue with PBEM, in terms of losing access to your PBEM games if you do so.

[ReinerAllen]

Thanks Hubert.