Resolved: Any game obtained through Steam that experiences freezing upon startup.
Resolved: Any game obtained through Steam that experiences freezing upon startup.
I've experienced sporadic issues with this setup for several months now.
My hardware specifications are:
* CPU: Ryzen 5 2600
* GPU: AMD Radeon RX 570
* RAM: 16GB
* Motherboard: MSI B450 Tomahawk
* Operating System: Windows 64-bit Home
I can sometimes successfully play games like Fallout 4, Destiny 2, and various Call of Duty titles, as well as many other games. However, after a few days, virtually all Steam games will freeze during startup. Games from other platforms, such as League of Legends and Minecraft, function without issue. Even older games like Age of Empires 2 (from a physical disc) work, although Steam versions fail. Initially, I suspected startup programs were the culprit and managed to resolve it temporarily through adjustments. Unfortunately, this improvement was short-lived. I’ve attempted numerous troubleshooting steps, including disabling startup programs, running games in compatibility mode, and completely reformatting my computer three times. I’m nearing the point of abandoning this effort entirely. I've diligently updated drivers, testing eight different versions for my graphics card with all the previously described configurations, but without success. I considered the possibility of mod loaders causing the issue, and meticulously removed and cleaned related files, yet the problem persists. Any suggestions or assistance would be greatly appreciated and will be thoroughly explored until this issue is resolved. I plan to upgrade my graphics card in the future, even though my current hardware has previously supported a wide range of games.
I've observed BIOS revisions designed to enhance Destiny 2 gameplay on various motherboard manufacturers. While MSI’s BIOS update documentation doesn't explicitly state this, it's conceivable that a BIOS upgrade could address your problem—though potentially not directly related to the game itself. Considering your situation, consider exploring all available solutions. If you haven’t already, attempt a BIOS update followed by resetting the BIOS to its original settings and installing the newest chipset driver.
Power Supply Unit specifications, including manufacturer and model number?
Are there any programs you add following a system update, such as security software, tracking tools, or device control applications?
Should you duplicate the Steam files or its “Apps” folder when reinstalling Windows? If so, have you attempted to remove downloaded cache data within Steam?
Have you disabled the Steam overlay through the game’s launch settings?
Have you attempted to execute Steam with elevated privileges?
Following my attempts to adjust the settings, I experienced significant problems with Edge, Steam, and games – issues that persisted even after completely erasing the drives via two separate reformats to eliminate potential data corruption. Fortunately, this computer is exclusively used for gaming, so I didn’t have to worry about important documents or files. I attempted the installation with Steam running as an administrator and utilizing compatibility mode for Windows 7. Disabling overlays was one of the initial steps I took, repeatedly testing it both on and off, but the problem continued to be unresolved. I'm reaching out after nearly two weeks of consistent troubleshooting efforts.
I’ve noticed BIOS updates enhancing Destiny 2 performance on various motherboard models. While MSI's BIOS update documentation doesn’t explicitly state this, it's worth investigating whether it might resolve your problem. This could potentially address a broader issue rather than just Destiny 2 itself. If you haven’t already, consider trying all available troubleshooting steps: first, update your BIOS, then restore it to its factory settings and install the newest chipset driver.
Following some adjustments to the BIOS settings immediately before installing a new operating system, I disabled Windows Hardware Quality Labs (WHQL) support and attempted a final startup. Upon successful loading, the system functioned flawlessly. It’s unclear how this action impacted the drivers, but it appears to have resolved any potential issues. Now that WHQL support is deactivated, the system operates without problems.
If Windows is installed in UEFI mode, you likely don't need to disable that feature. If it was previously disabled prior to flashing the BIOS, it should have automatically re-enabled itself upon startup.