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In recent times, I encountered an issue with unlocking DLC (Downloadable Content) for Crusader Kings 2, a popular strategy game. The problem arose when trying to copy and paste the game folder from my work PC to my laptop. Despite following the correct procedure, the DLC tab remained grayed out, making it impossible to access any additional content.

After some trial and error, I discovered that simply copying and pasting the game folder was not enough. I had to extract the contents of the folder, start the game, and then zip the entire CK2 folder from Steam before moving it to my laptop. However, even with this extra step, the issue persisted.

The same problem occurred when trying to access DLC for another game, Europa Universalis 4. It seems that there is a more complex issue at play here, as simply copying over the mod files or attempting to restart the game did not resolve the problem.

To add insult to injury, even after replacing the dlc-checksum file and attempting to generate a new one, the issue remained unsolved. The dlc_signature file replacement also failed to bring about any changes.

In conclusion, it is clear that there is an underlying problem with unlocking DLC for these games on my laptop. While I was able to resolve the issue temporarily by copying over the mod files, I would still like to find a more permanent solution.

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