A solution to avoid endless loading in SC

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A solution to avoid endless loading in SC

A solution to avoid endless loading in SC

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HotMilkTea
Member

204

10-05-2018, 06:18 AM

#1

I observed in the video that he appears to be stuck due to an endless loading issue (assuming that's what I saw). The game freezes into a loading screen without progressing further. This is linked to a compatibility problem between CryEngine and Windows networking, originating from Crysis 2. I investigated and developed a solution during my time playing Crysis 2, and it still functions properly now. There exists a service on Windows 7 that manages port activity (even without the firewall enabled). It occasionally malfunctions (cause unknown) and prevents certain apps from connecting to specific ports (like in my case with Crysis 2/Star Citizen). Simply restarting this service resolves the issue. Open Task Manager, navigate to 'Services', click 'Services...' (or search for Services in the start menu). Ensure you're viewing the 'Extended view'. Locate the service named 'Base Filtering Engine'. Click 'Restart' if prompted. You may receive a warning about needing to restart other services; confirm by selecting 'yes'. If you encounter an error stating it couldn't restart due to being in use, repeat the restart. After this, launch AC again.

Notes: Restarting might require disabling MSE, Windows Defender, or the firewall if they're active. Reports suggest this fix works on Windows 8. This solution is intended for users stuck on loading screens and won't help with connection errors or crashes. I also have a discussion about it on the SC forums: https://forums.robertsspaceindustries.co...nt/2710761

2016 EDIT: Updated title for easier searching.

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HotMilkTea

10-05-2018, 06:18 AM #1

I observed in the video that he appears to be stuck due to an endless loading issue (assuming that's what I saw). The game freezes into a loading screen without progressing further. This is linked to a compatibility problem between CryEngine and Windows networking, originating from Crysis 2. I investigated and developed a solution during my time playing Crysis 2, and it still functions properly now. There exists a service on Windows 7 that manages port activity (even without the firewall enabled). It occasionally malfunctions (cause unknown) and prevents certain apps from connecting to specific ports (like in my case with Crysis 2/Star Citizen). Simply restarting this service resolves the issue. Open Task Manager, navigate to 'Services', click 'Services...' (or search for Services in the start menu). Ensure you're viewing the 'Extended view'. Locate the service named 'Base Filtering Engine'. Click 'Restart' if prompted. You may receive a warning about needing to restart other services; confirm by selecting 'yes'. If you encounter an error stating it couldn't restart due to being in use, repeat the restart. After this, launch AC again.

Notes: Restarting might require disabling MSE, Windows Defender, or the firewall if they're active. Reports suggest this fix works on Windows 8. This solution is intended for users stuck on loading screens and won't help with connection errors or crashes. I also have a discussion about it on the SC forums: https://forums.robertsspaceindustries.co...nt/2710761

2016 EDIT: Updated title for easier searching.

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Cooldudepa
Junior Member

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10-05-2018, 06:18 AM

#2

You might simply reference him, for example @SlickPC

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Cooldudepa

10-05-2018, 06:18 AM #2

You might simply reference him, for example @SlickPC

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SirMrClaymanII
Junior Member

36

10-05-2018, 06:18 AM

#3

I believed he had disabled mentions for himself? EDIT: Yes, he hasn't.

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SirMrClaymanII

10-05-2018, 06:18 AM #3

I believed he had disabled mentions for himself? EDIT: Yes, he hasn't.

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EgO3
Junior Member

20

10-05-2018, 06:18 AM

#4

The problem has been resolved in the most recent update a few days back, but some users are still experiencing issues.

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EgO3

10-05-2018, 06:18 AM #4

The problem has been resolved in the most recent update a few days back, but some users are still experiencing issues.

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qFame
Member

197

10-05-2018, 06:18 AM

#5

There are numerous problems related to loading, crashes, connection failures, installation issues, and the game not starting.

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qFame

10-05-2018, 06:18 AM #5

There are numerous problems related to loading, crashes, connection failures, installation issues, and the game not starting.

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RasselLetsPlay
Member

196

10-05-2018, 06:18 AM

#6

I think I'm lucky, my Infinity load screen got fixed with the patch.

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RasselLetsPlay

10-05-2018, 06:18 AM #6

I think I'm lucky, my Infinity load screen got fixed with the patch.

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Sappemeester
Junior Member

44

10-05-2018, 06:18 AM

#7

And they boosted the server number, no issues on my side

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Sappemeester

10-05-2018, 06:18 AM #7

And they boosted the server number, no issues on my side

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LilStege
Member

205

10-05-2018, 06:18 AM

#8

Interesting – I didn’t face the infinite load problem, but it’s really impressive! Thanks!

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LilStege

10-05-2018, 06:18 AM #8

Interesting – I didn’t face the infinite load problem, but it’s really impressive! Thanks!

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Devin72002
Member

114

10-05-2018, 06:18 AM

#9

Have you tried alternative approaches?

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Devin72002

10-05-2018, 06:18 AM #9

Have you tried alternative approaches?

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xXApfelkernXx
Member

186

10-05-2018, 06:18 AM

#10

Created an account merely to confirm it functioned. I've struggled to play recently but discovered a solution. Thanks!

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xXApfelkernXx

10-05-2018, 06:18 AM #10

Created an account merely to confirm it functioned. I've struggled to play recently but discovered a solution. Thanks!

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