However, quite recently a lot of reports have been coming in of the game not launching in Windows 10. Although, users try to run the executable multiple times the game does not launch. In this article, we will inform you about some of the reasons due to which this problem can be triggered and provide you with viable solutions to ensure complete eradication of the problem.
What Prevents Dragon Age: Inquisition From Launching?
The reason behind the problem is not specific and it can be triggered due to a number of misconfigurations some of which are: Now that you have a basic understanding of the nature of the problem we will move forward towards the solutions.
Solution 1: Running a Clean boot.
It is possible that a service running in the background might be causing the issue. Often, Windows services or even other third-party applications can prevent all the elements of the game from functioning correctly, therefore, causing the problem. In this step, we are going to be booting into Windows without any third party service or unnecessary Windows Services running. For that:
Solution 2: Verifying Game Files.
In some cases, certain game files can become corrupted or even go missing. All the game files are necessary in order for it to function and launch correctly therefore if even a single file is missing the game won’t launch correctly or cause issues in the game. In this step, we are going to be verifying the files of the game. For that:
Solution 3: Re-Installing the Direct X and VC Redist
The Direct X and VC Redist are provided with the game inside the game installation folder. It is possible that the version of Direct X or VC Redist that was installed might be coinciding with the game and preventing it from launching. Therefore, in this step, we are going to be installing the DirectX and VC Redist that is recommended. For That:
Solution 4: Granting Administrative Privileges.
The game might require administrative privileges in order for some of its elements to function correctly. If the game has not been granted those privileges it can lead to many issues with its functionality. In this step, we are going to be granting the game administrative privileges. For that:
Solution 5: Disabling Full-Screen Optimizations.
In some cases, the full-screen optimization feature of the Windows that was introduced to run the game as a “borderless Window” and to smoothen the gameplay might be interfering with certain elements of the game thus preventing it from launching. In this step we are going to be disabling the Full-screen optimizations for which:
Solution 6: Troubleshooting Compatibility.
Some games don’t fully support the architecture of Windows 10 and therefore often run into issues while trying to launch or while playing. Therefore, in this step, we are going to be using the Windows troubleshooting tool to determine the best operating system version to run the game on. For that:
Solution 7: Disabling Antivirus
In some cases, people use third-party antiviruses which isn’t a bad thing but these programs can sometimes raise false alarms and prevent a safe program from launching because the antivirus flags it as unsafe. Therefore, it is recommended to completely disable your antivirus, antimalware and any other security program and check to see if the game launches. It is also strongly recommended to add exceptions to the Firewall and Antivirus for both your game and origin. For that purpose, you can take the help of this article but just add steam and DAI instead of steam.
Solution 8: Checking Specifications
In certain cases, the hardware installed on your computer might not meet the minimum requirements that have been put forth by the game developers to run the game properly. Due to this, the developers sometimes stop the game from running on an underpowered computer and this can trigger the particular issue where DAI doesn’t launch. Therefore, before continuing, verify that your computer matches the minimum requirements of the game. The game requirements are listed as follows: You can check your PC’s hardware by:
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