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How to fix DEV ERROR 12502 in CoD Modern Warfare 3?

Are you tired of Dev Error 12502 crashing your Modern Warfare 3 game? Follow these steps to get back in the action.

How to fix DEV ERROR 12502 in CoD Modern Warfare 3

Solution 1: Disable On-Demand Texture Streaming

  1. Open Call of Duty HQ.
  2. Go to Settings > Graphics > Quality.
  3. Find Details & Textures.
  4. Turn off On-Demand Texture Streaming.

Solution 2: Turn off In-Game Overlays

  1. Open Steam and go to your Library.
  2. Right-click Modern Warfare 3 > Properties.
  3. In the General tab, uncheck “Enable the Steam Overlay while in-game“.

Solution 3: Check Game Files

  1. Open Steam and go to your Library.
  2. Right-click Modern Warfare 3 > Properties.
  3. Go to the Local Files tab.
  4. Click “Verify Integrity of Game Files“.

Implement these solutions to eliminate the frustrating Dev Error 12502 and enjoy uninterrupted Modern Warfare 3 gameplay.