Why do I get the message "libcurl_a.lib is missing for VS2012"?

Development Programming & Scripting C++
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When:
When trying to package the game in shipping mode (Win32), this error will occur.

Why:
The reason for this is because \Engine\Source\ThirdParty\libcurl\lib\Win32 has no VS2012 directory.

Workaround:
Either wait for Epic to include a 32-bit libcurl for VS2012, or use VS2013 for the time being.

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Try installing Visual Studio C++ express or pro 2013, then repackage and see if that fixes the problem

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Well yes, that would fix the problem. But that doesnt fix the issue that it won’t compile if you use the VS2012 toolchain :wink: It’s a bug report.

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@Tim Lincoln This was supposed to be a bug report, not a question! I know why I’m getting it, as I’ve answered it myself :stuck_out_tongue: Changed my initial question to a FAQ style instead.

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Why: The reason for this is because \Engine\Source\ThirdParty\libcurl\lib\Win32 has no VS2012 directory.

Workaround: Either wait for Epic to include a 32-bit libcurl for VS2012, or use VS2013 for the time being.