How To Fix: Fallout 4 Not Working On Windows 10, 8.1 & 7

Fallout 4 was one of the most anticipated games released this year, and while awesome, Windows 10 users are reporting issues. Fans have reported that Fallout 4 crashes a few seconds after the game starts. But gamers have already found ways to fix it. 

The main errors that occur

• A black screen appears on startup.
• Crashes due to drivers.
• The system is not responding.
• Missing x3daudio1_7.dll.

Correction methods

Below we list several methods to fix the error.

Update display drivers

1. Install Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU).
2. Run DDU, uninstall display drivers.
3. Download the latest drivers.
4. When the download is complete, just install the documents and restart your computer.

Uninstalling Raptr Software

According to users, this software prevents startup. The problem is fixed by simply uninstalling the application. There are many ways to do this, but the best way is to use uninstaller software, as many applications leave documents and entries in the registry.

Disable your antivirus

Sometimes antivirus tools can interfere with your applications and cause various problems. It is recommended to completely disable the antivirus. If the problem persists, uninstall your antivirus and switch to a different antivirus solution. Antivirus protections such as Bitdefender and BullGuard have a Game Mode feature so they won’t interfere with your games.

Install the 1.1.30 Beta Update

Users are reporting crashes occurring every 10-15 minutes in the game, download the 1.1.30 Beta Update for fix. Follow these steps:

• Open Steam and find Fallout 4.
• Go to “Properties”.
• Find the Beta section and select 1.1.30 Beta Update to download.
• When the update completes, check if the problem is resolved.

Run in compatibility mode

• Open Steam and find Fallout 4.
• Click the right mouse button and select “Properties”.
• Then go to Local Files.
• Find the Fallout4.exe file and open its properties.
• Click the Compatibility tab.
• Turn on Windows 7 compatibility mode.
• Check the box to run as administrator.
• Now repeat the steps for Fallout4Launcher.exe.

Edit Fallout4Prefs.ini

With the game running in windowed mode and shutting down in full screen, follow these steps:

• Open File Explorer and go to Users <username> DocumentsMy GamesFallout 4.
• Open Fallout4Prefs.ini using notepad.
• Find the following variables and change them to the following values:

bMaximizeWindow = 0 bBorderless = 1 bFull Screen = 0 iSize H = 1080 iSize W = 1920

• Save changes and run Fallout.

Install the C ++ components

• Change to the installation directory. By default, this is the path:

Steam steamapps common Fallout 4.

• Change to the vcredist 2012 directory.
• There you will see two vcredist.exe files. Run both files and choose “Recover” from the menu.
• Follow the instructions on the screen.
• After repairing the installation for both vcredist.exe files, the problem should be completely resolved.

Check if your video card meets the requirements

Fallout 4 requires DirectX 11 support, and if your graphics card doesn’t work with this program, your only option is to install a new one. Be sure to check your configuration and screen resolution before upgrading. We hope that one of the methods helped you cope with the difficulties encountered. If this does not happen, contact a specialist.