If you have been a fan of Star Wars Outlaws and want to play it on Steam, you can do so now with the Steam release, and to add to the fun, the game also has a new DLC! But like with every other release, things have not been smooth because the game is not starting for some players. Since you clicked on this guide, you are facing the same and are now looking for a fix. Well, keep reading till the end for details regarding whether a fix is available.
This is not a unique issue, and a lot of PC games face this problem. The main question is how it can be fixed, and in the case of Star Wars Outlaws, is there any acknowledgment from the developers? Have they suggested any fixes? What are some suggested fixes for affected players? Let’s get to the answers to all these questions.
Star Wars Outlaws Unable to Start Game Issue: Is there any fix yet
The good news is that the developers of Star Wars Outlaws have acknowledged the game crashing on Windows 11 24H2 and have released a temporary hotfix (v1.4.1) to address the issue. While the update may result in some performance issues, a permanent fix is in development, and updates will be provided as progress is made. In the meantime, here are some workarounds that you can try.
Restart and Run as Admin
Start with simple workarounds, which often work. So, the first thing to do is just wait. Yes! Apparently, just waiting on the black loading screen for an extended time worked out for some as the game eventually loads after 5–10 minutes. Now if that does not work out, the next step is to reboot your PC. Give it some time to cool down by unplugging everything. Next up, boot your PC, and before you launch the game, give it admin privileges, as this has also worked for some. To do so, all you have to do is right-click the game’s exe file, select Properties, and head over to the Compatibility tab. Here, checkmark the “run this program as administrator” box and apply the changes you made. Start the game now and see if this fixes the issue.
Roll Back Windows
If your Windows is up to date, a potential workaround is to temporarily roll back your operating system to a previous version of Windows. By doing this, you may be able to launch the game without encountering crashes and then update back to the 24H2 when a permanent fix comes along. While not ideal, this method should allow you to bypass the issue until a permanent fix is provided.
Update GPU Drivers
While you are rolling back your Windows, don’t roll back on your GPU drivers. Instead, make sure your GPU drivers are up-to-date. With the release of new major games, we often get to see the GPU drivers getting an update as well. So check your GPU manufacturer’s website (NVIDIA, AMD, or Intel) for the latest updates and install them before launching the game.
Verify Game Files
Maybe there is some issue with some corrupted or missing game files causing the game to not start at all. To fix this, use Steam’s handy feature to verify the integrity of the game files. The process is simple: right-click on the game from your library, go to Properties, and select the Installed Files tab. Here, click on the Verify Integrity of Game Files option. After the scan is done, check whether the issue persists.
Check for Game Updates
Since the developers have mentioned that they are working on a permanent fix, it is better to keep an eye out for any future updates and patches. If an update is available for the game, download and install it. After this, launch the game to check whether the issue persists.
Reinstall the Game
In the end, if crashes persist, reinstalling the game is the last option you have. Although not guaranteed, it can resolve deeper issues like incomplete installations or lingering corrupted files. Uninstall the game completely, then download and reinstall it from your launcher for a fresh start.
Those are all the workarounds we have to share for this issue in Star Wars Outlaws. We hope this guide has been helpful. Stick around with DigiStatement for more guides and news like this on all things gaming. Also, click here to find out how you can transfer your in-game saves from Ubisoft to Steam.
