If you paid for Max Payne 3 and are getting this error, you have accidentally installed a crack over your legit files, or you are trying to run a pirated version on a legit launcher.
The Official Fix:
Note: The legitimate version does not use gsrld.dll. If you see that file, your game will never launch legitimately because the file tries to redirect DRM calls. If you paid for Max Payne 3 and
Running Max Payne 3 in compatibility mode can help resolve issues related to operating system compatibility. Note: The legitimate version does not use gsrld
If the file has been deleted and you cannot restore it, the cleanest fix is to reinstall the game entirely. However, do not skip this step: do not skip this step :