Irrespective of which platform they’re on, multiple players have found it difficult to launch Wuthering Waves on their devices lately. Developed and published by Kuro Games, Wuthering Waves is an open-world action RPG title that came out on May 22, 2024. Currently, the game is available on Microsoft Windows, Android, and iOS. And unfortunately, players on all three of these platforms have faced the issue that the game just keeps failing to launch. This can be quite frustrating, as it prevents them from enjoying such immersive gameplay whenever they want to. If you’re reading this, it means you’ve faced the issue with Wuthering Waves not launching as well. In that case, don’t worry. We will guide you on how to fix this problem. So, without further ado, let’s begin!
RPG titles are quite fun to play, and Kuro Games’ Wuthering Waves is a great example of that. Released only about a month ago, as of writing, the game has gained a strong fanbase. However, it had a bumpy start, and that trend hasn’t dried down. This is reflected in the fact that even now, multiple players are unable to launch the game on their devices. We surely hope that the developers will address the problem, but until then, you will need to try certain workarounds. So, let’s find out how you can fix the Wuthering Waves not launching issue on your device, be it a PC or a mobile.
Wuthering Waves Not Launching on Mobile and PC: How to Fix?
Since Wuthering Waves is available on both PC and mobile devices and the problem exists on both platforms, we have shared workarounds for both platforms one after the other. However, note that there aren’t official fixes for the problem yet. So, you need to keep trying the workarounds and see which one works for you.
Fixing Wuthering Waves Not Launching on PC
If Wuthering Waves fails to launch on your PC, it’s highly likely that the problem lies with the Epic Games Store and not the game itself. Here’s how you can fix the issue:
Restart Your PC
Now, the first and simplest step that we want you to try is restarting your device. This is an easy workaround that seems to work most of the time. Turn your PC off, wait for a few seconds, and then turn it back on. Then, try to launch Wuthering Waves and see if it works.
Close Wuthering Waves if Already Running
Sometimes, you won’t be able to launch the game because it’s running in the background. Here’s how to fix it:
- Click on the Start button and in the search bar, type “Task Manager” and hit enter.
- In the list of processes that are running, find and locate KRLauncherEpic, and end this task.
- Then, try to launch the game again and see if the issue persists.
Verify Game Files
- Open the Epic Games Store and go to Library.
- Locate Wuthering Waves and click on the three-dots button next to it.
- Click on Manage and then click on the Verify button.
- Wait till the process completes and then try to launch the game.
Run the Wuthering Waves Launcher as Administrator
- Locate the Wuthering Waves folder via the File Explorer. Usually, this folder is available in this path: “C:\Program Files\Epic Games“.
- If you can’t find the folder this way, then open Epic Games and go to the Library. Then, click on the three-dots button next to Wuthering Waves and select Manage.
- Click on the folder icon in the Installation section to access the game files.
- Inside the Wuthering Waves folder, scroll down and locate the launcher.exe file.
- Drag this file to your desktop to create a new shortcut and remove the old one created by Epic Games.
- Now, right-click on this shortcut, and from the drop-down menu, go to Properties.
- Go to Compatibility.
- Now, select the option that says “Run this program as an administrator“.
- Click on OK and then hit Apply. Now, launch the game.
Disable Fullscreen Optimizations for Wuthering Waves Launcher
- Open the Properties window of the launcher as shared previously and go to Compatibility.
- Now, checkmark the “Disable Fullscreen Optimizations” option. Then, hit OK and then click on Apply.
- Close the window, launch the game, and see if doing so fixed the issue.
Clear Epic Games Cache
- Open File Explorer and go to this directory: “C:\Users\your_username\AppData\Local\EpicGamesLauncher\Saved“.
- Now, find the following files, right-click on them, and click on Delete to erase the cache: webcache, webcache_4147, and webcache_4430.
- Restart your PC, and launch the game.
Update GPU Drivers
This issue can also be the result of outdated GPU drivers. So, updating them to the latest version is necessary to fix the problem. Here’s how to do so:
- Press the Windows + X keys together to open the Quick Link Menu.
- Go to Device Manager and select Display Adapters.
- Locate the GPU that you’re using and right-click on it.
- Select Update Driver from the drop-down menu and then select “Search automatically for drivers“.
- Once the drivers are updated, try to launch the game. See if it worked.
Note: You can try and update the GPU drivers from the support software of your GPU manufacturer. In addition to this, you can also download the latest drivers from the official manufacturer’s website manually and then install them.
Uninstall and Reinstall the Game
If nothing has worked until now, then the last option for you is to uninstall and reinstall the game. Try installing it in a different directory this time. Also, you can try installing the Windows version of the game directly from the game’s official website instead of using Epic Games. Try this and then check if the issue persists.
Those were the workarounds for the problem if you’re encountering it on a PC. Now, let’s take a look at how to fix this issue if it’s occurring on your mobile device.
Fixing Wuthering Waves Not Launching on Mobile Devices
If you’re facing the issue on your Android or iOS device, try these workarounds:
Close All Apps Running in the Background
The game might not be launching because you have multiple apps running in the background. Simply close all these apps and then try to launch Wuthering Waves and check if it works.
Ensure a Stable Network Connection
The problem can also be caused by weak network strength. You can test the speed of your internet on different internet speed test websites online. If you have poor connectivity, then wait until the network is strong again, and then launch the game.
Clear the Cache Files
On Android
- Open Settings and go to Apps or Applications (according to your device).
- Locate Wuthering Waves and tap on it.
- Tap on the Storage option.
- Now select the Clear Cache option.
- Once done, launch the game.
On iOS
iOS devices don’t allow you to clean your app cache in a straightforward way. For this, you need to uninstall and reinstall the game and that will clear the app cache.
Update the Game
If the game keeps failing to launch, ensure that you have the latest version installed. You can check for updates on the Google Play Store (for Android) or the App Store (for iOS). If there are pending updates for Wuthering Waves, make sure to install them.
Uninstall and Reinstall the Game
If nothing has worked, then uninstall the game completely from your device. Then go to the Google Play Store (on Android) or the App Store (on iOS) and download the game again. Try to launch it and see if it works.
So, these are all the workarounds that we have for you if Wuthering Waves is not launching on your device. Hopefully, you will be able to fix the problem using these workarounds. If you find this guide informative, stay tuned to DigiStatement for more such gaming content and news.
