If you're experiencing launch issues or crashes when starting Monster Hunter Wilds, don't worry. This guide will walk you through several practical solutions to help you quickly troubleshoot the problem and return to your thrilling hunting adventure!
1. Check the Minimum System Requirements
OS: Windows® 10 (64-bit Required) / Windows® 11 (64-bit Required)
Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-10400, Intel® Core™ i3-12100, or AMD Ryzen™ 5 3600
Memory: 16 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1660 (6GB VRAM) or AMD Radeon™ RX 5500 XT (8GB VRAM)
DirectX: Version 12
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 75 GB available space
Additional Notes: SSD required. The game is expected to run at 1080p (upscaled from 720p native resolution) / 30 FPS on the "Lowest" graphics setting. DirectStorage supported.
2. Update Your Graphics Drivers
Outdated or corrupted drivers can cause crashes, black screens, or failed game launches. Keeping your drivers up to date ensures system stability and smooth gameplay. It's recommend to use Driver Sentry to automatically detect and update drivers, saving time and avoiding installation errors.
Click the download button to get the latest version of Driver Sentry. Install and launch the software, then click "Scan".
Once the scan is complete, locate your graphics driver in the list of outdated or missing drivers and click "Upgrade".
After the update, restart your computer to ensure the new drivers are properly applied.
3. Run the Game as Administrator
Locate the game shortcut on your desktop, right-click it, and select "Properties".
Go to the "Compatibility" tab and check "Run this program as an administrator".
Click "Apply" and "OK", then try launching the game again to see if the issue is resolved.
4. Verify Game File Integrity
Open the Steam client and go to your Library.
Right-click on Monster Hunter Wilds and select "Properties".
Navigate to the "Installed Files" tab and click "Verify integrity of game files".
Wait for the process to complete. Steam will automatically repair any missing or corrupted files. Then restart the game.
5. Perform a Clean Boot
Press Win + R, type "msconfig", and press Enter.
Under the "Services" tab, check "Hide all Microsoft services", then click "Disable all".
Switch to the "Startup" tab and click "Open Task Manager".
In "Task Manager", disable all startup items.
Restart your PC and try launching the game again.
6. Reinstall the Game
Uninstall the Game:
Open Steam and go to your "Library".
Right-click Monster Hunter Wilds, choose "Manage" > "Uninstall".
After uninstalling, manually delete any remaining game files (typically found in C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\).
Clear Cache Files (Optional):
Press Win + R, type "%appdata%", and delete the Monster Hunter Wilds folder if it exists.
Reinstall the Game:
Go to Steam, download and install the latest version of Monster Hunter Wilds.
Once installation is complete, restart your PC and launch the game to check if the issue is resolved.
By following the solutions above, you should be able to effectively identify and fix the issue preventing Monster Hunter Wilds from launching. Choose the method that best fits your situation to improve your chances of a successful startup and get back to the hunt!
See also:
Solutions to Fix the Windows 11 Unidentified Network Issue
Solutions to Fix WiFi Connected but No Internet Issue
