How to fix Monster Hunter Wilds not launching on PC?

If Monster Hunter Wilds isn’t launching on your Windows computer, try these solutions to get back to gaming. Follow each step carefully, and if one fix doesn’t work, move on to the next.

Solution 1: Restart Your PC

Begin with a simple system reboot to clear any temporary glitches. After restarting, launch the game to see if it works.

Solution 2: Delete Crash Report Files (Create Backup First)

1. Go to the game’s installation folder.
2. Right-click the game icon > Select “Manage” > Click “Browse Local Files.”
3. Copy CrashReport.exe and CrashReport.dll to a safe location as a backup.
4. Delete these files from the installation folder.
5. Launch to check if it works. If new issues arise, restore the backup files to their original location.

Solution 3: Enable Debug Mode (NVIDIA Users)

1. Right-click on the desktop > Select “NVIDIA Control Panel.”
2. Go to “Help” > Enable “Debug Mode.”
3. Test if enabling Debug Mode resolves the launch issue.

Solution 4: Add the Game to Antivirus Exclusions

For Third-Party Antivirus

Open your antivirus software and add the game’s .exe file to the exclusion list.

For Windows Defender

1. Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Windows Security > Virus & Threat Protection.
2. Click “Manage Ransomware Protection” > “Allow an App through Controlled Folder Access” > Add the game’s .exe file.

Solution 5: Run the Game as Administrator

1. Go to the game’s .exe file > Right-click and select “Properties.”
2. Enable “Run this program as an administrator.”
3. Apply changes.

Solution 6: Compatibility Mode Adjustments

If the game still won’t launch, set compatibility mode as below:

1. Go to Properties > Compatibility tab.
2. Try selecting Windows 8, Windows 7, or disable fullscreen optimizations.
3. Apply each change and test the game.

Solution 7: Clean Install Graphics Drivers

NVIDIA: Visit the NVIDIA website, download the latest driver, select “Custom Installation,” and check “Perform a clean installation.”

AMD: Download and install the latest drivers from AMD’s website.

Solution 8: Switch to Dedicated GPU (For Laptops with Dual Graphics)

1. Go to Windows Settings > Graphics Settings.
2. Add the game’s .exe file under “High Performance” mode.

Solution 9: Verify Game Files via Steam

1. Right-click on the game in Steam > Select “Properties.”
2. Go to the “Local Files” tab.
3. Click “Verify Integrity of Game Files.”

Solution 10: Adjust Launch Options in Steam

1. Right-click the game in Steam > Properties.
2. Add -dx11, -d3d11, or -dx12 in the Launch Options field to force the game to run on a specific DirectX version.

Solution 11: Update Windows

1. Open Settings > Windows Update.
2. Check for updates and install them.

A fully updated system can resolve compatibility issues.

Solution 12: Install Visual C++ Redistributable

Visit the Microsoft Visual C++ website, download both x86 and x64 versions, install, and restart the PC.

Solution 13: Disconnect Unnecessary External Devices

Unplug any unused peripherals like extra controllers, wheels, or USB adapters.

Solution 14: Disable Overlays and Close Background Apps

Disable Steam, Discord, and NVIDIA overlays. Also, close any overclocking apps like MSI Afterburner.

Solution 15: Adjust In-Game Graphics Settings (If Launches but Crashes)

Lower resolution and disable V-Sync, DLSS, or other upscaling features for better stability.

Solution 16: Increase Virtual Memory

Open Advanced System Settings > Performance Settings > Virtual Memory > Set custom size based on your system RAM.

Solution 17: Reinstall the Game on a Different Drive

Uninstall the game, delete leftover files, and reinstall on either the main (C:) drive or another SSD.

One of these solutions should help you launch Monster Hunter Wilds on your Windows PC. If you still face issues, consider reaching out to the game’s support team for additional assistance.