How Do You Fix GTA 5 ERR_GFX_D3D_INIT Failed Initialization Graphics Error?

This error can be frustrating, but fixing it is straightforward if you follow these steps.

The detail error message as below:

ERR_GHX_D3D_INIT
Failed Initialization. Please reboot and restart the game. Try reinstalling the game if this persists.

Solution 1: Verify Game Files

1. Open Steam or Epic Games (wherever GTA 5 is installed).
2. Right-click on Grand Theft Auto V and select Properties.
3. Navigate to the Installed Files tab and click Verify Integrity of Game Files.
4. This checks for missing or corrupted files and replaces them.

Many crashes happen because a file is damaged without you realizing it.

Solution 2: Run as Administrator & Adjust Compatibility Settings

1. Go to the folder where GTA 5 is installed. Example: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Grand Theft Auto V.
2. Find the file named GTAVLauncher.exe.
3. Right-click it, then choose Properties.
4. Under the Compatibility tab:
5. Check Run this program as an administrator.
6. Enable Run this program in compatibility mode for, then select your operating system (e.g., Windows 8).
7. Click Apply, then OK.

Solution 3: Modify Launch Options

1. Open Steam or Epic Games again.
2. Right-click GTA 5, go to Properties, and find the Launch Options section.
3. Add one of these commands based on your system’s DirectX version:
   • -dx11 (for DirectX 11)
   • -dx12 (for DirectX 12)
   • -d3d3 (alternative rendering mode)

Solution 4: Restart Everything

1. Close Steam/Epic Games entirely.
2. Restart your computer.
3. Relaunch the game to check if the issue is resolved.

Ensure your graphics drivers are up-to-date via NVIDIA GeForce Experience or AMD Radeon Software. If none of the above works, consider reinstalling GTA 5 entirely as a last resort.