Resolve all Fallout 4 Errors on Windows 10 [Gamers Fix]

Fallout 4 was one of the most anticipated games at its release, and although it’s an amazing game, some Windows 10 users are reporting issues with it, so let’s see if there’s a way to fix these issues.

Users report that Fallout 4 keeps crashing a few seconds after they start a game, and this can be extremely frustrating since they cannot play the game they just bought.

But don’t worry, there are a few solutions that might be helpful.

Can Windows 10 run Fallout 4?

Of course it can and Fallout 4 is a great game, but many users reported various issues with it.

Speaking of issues, these are some of the most common Fallout 4 problems on Windows 10:

• Fallout 4 won’t start, launch in Windows 10 – Fix the problem by using one of our solutions.
• Fallout 4 has stopped working in Windows 10 – It is a common problem with Fallout 4. Try running Fallout 4 in Compatibility mode.
• Fallout 4 black screen issue in Windows 10 – The problem might be your graphics card. Use a dedicated graphics card to run the game.
• Fallout 4 crash in Windows 10 – Caused by problematic drivers so update your drivers.
• Fallout 4 not responding in Windows 10 – Make sure that other third-party applications aren’t interfering with your game.
• Fallout 4 x3daudio1_7.dll is missing in Windows 10 – You probably don’t have the necessary components installed. Install DirectX and the required C++ Redistributables.

What are the Fallout 4 minimum requirements?

Here are the system requirements for Fallout 4 on PC as they were laid out by Bethesda:

	Minimum	Recommended
Operating system	Windows 7/8/10 (64-bit OS required)	Windows 7/8/10 (64-bit OS required)
Processor	Intel Core i5-2300 2.8GHz / AMD Phenom II X4 945 3.0GHz or equivalent	Intel Core i7 4790 3.6GHz / AMD FX-9590 4.7GHz or equivalent
Memory	8 GB	8 GB
Drive space	30 GB	30 GB
Video	NVIDIA GTX 550 Ti 2GB / AMD Radeon HD 7870 2GB or equivalent	NVIDIA GTX 780 3GB / AMD Radeon R9 290X 4GB or equivalent

Of course, you will also require Internet access and at least a free Steam account to install the game.

How do I get Fallout 4 to work on my PC?

1. Update your display drivers

Before we start, you’ll need to uninstall the display driver because if you try just to update it, you might not get the best results.

It’s risky to try and uninstall the driver manually and it’s also a tedious process. However, you have better options when it comes to driver updating tools.

Thus if you need to install just the display driver or all at once, it’s no problem for specialized driver software.

2. Download the latest Fallout 4 update

1. Open Steam and find Fallout 4.
2. Right-click it and choose Properties.
3. Find the latest update to download and install.
4. Run the game and see if the issue is resolved.

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3. Run the game in compatibility mode

1. Open Steam and find Fallout 4. Right-click it and choose Properties.
   
2. Go to Local Files and click on Verify Integrity of Game Cache.
   
3. Go back to Local Files tab and click on Browse Local Files.
4. Find Fallout4.exe and right-click it. Choose Properties from the list.
   
5. Go to the Compatibility tab.
6. Select Run this software in compatibility mode for and select Windows 7 from the list. Also, make sure that you check Run as Administrator checkbox as well. Click Apply and OK to save the changes.
   
7. Now repeat Step 5 for Fallout4Launcher.exe (it should be located in the same folder as Fallout4.exe).

4. Change the Fallout4Prefs.ini

1. Open File Explorer and go to Users<username>DocumentsMy GamesFallout 4.
2. Open the file called Fallout4Prefs.ini with Notepad.
3. Find the following variables and change them to these values:
   • bMaximizeWindow=0
   • bBorderless=1
   • bFull Screen=0
   • iSize H=1080
   • iSize W=1920
4. Make sure that iSize H and iSize W match the current screen resolution that you’re using.
5. Save the changes and start the game.

If you don’t like Notepad, check out this list including the best note-taking apps for Windows 10.

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6. Change your video settings

According to users, you might be able to fix this problem simply by changing the resolution of the game.

To solve this issue, your in-game resolution should match the display resolution in Windows 10. After changing your resolution, check if the problem still persists.

Several users reported that switching to Windowed mode fixed the problem for them, so you might want to try that as well.

Surprisingly, few users reported that disabling the windowed mode fixes the issue for them, so be sure to try both settings.

If Windows 10 won’t let you adjust your screen resolution, follow our comprehensive guide to solve the problem in no time.

7. Repair the C++ Redistributables installation

1. Navigate to the Fallout 4 installation directory. By default, it should be Steam\steamapps\common\Fallout 4.
2. Navigate to the vcredist2012 directory.
3. You should find two vcredist.exe files. Run both files and choose Repair from the menu.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen.

8. Check if your graphics card meets the hardware requirements

Fallout 4 is a demanding game, but before you can run it, you need to check if your PC meets the hardware requirements.

According to users, they were unable to run Fallout 4 because their graphics card didn’t support DirectX 11.

Fallout 4 requires DirectX 11 support, and if your graphics can’t work with this version, your only option is to upgrade your graphics card.

Before upgrading, be sure to check your graphics card configuration and be sure that it doesn’t support DirectX 11.

9. Change Switchable Graphics Application Settings

According to users, if you can run Fallout 4 on your Windows 10 PC, be sure to change the settings.

To do that, open the Catalyst Control Center or the Nvidia Control Panel, and locate Fallout 4 on the list. Now change the Graphics settings to High Performance.

After doing that, save changes and try to start the game again.

If you have problems with the graphics card software, we have a guide on what to do if you can’t open the NVIDIA Control Panel on Windows 10.

There’s a similar guide for AMD Catalyst Control Center, so be sure to check it out if you have the same issue.

10. Make sure that you’re using a 64-bit system

According to users, Fallout 4 doesn’t work on 32-bit systems, so if you’re using a 32-bit operating system, you won’t be able to run Fallout 4.

In order to install a 64-bit operating system on your PC, you need to have a 64-bit processor. It’s also worth mentioning that you can’t convert 32-bit into a 64-bit system.

If you’re using a 32-bit operating system, you’ll need to perform a clean install of a 64-bit system instead.

For those who own an SSD, we have a complete guide on how to install a fresh copy of Windows 10 on SSD.

Almost all newer computers support 64-bit operating systems, so you won’t have any issues installing and running a 64-bit operating system on your PC.

How much is Fallout 4: Game of the Year?

The regular price for Fallout 4 G.O.T.Y. is $39.99 but right now, there is a 67% discount so if you hurry up, you can get it for only $13.19.

That’s about it. We hope these solutions helped you to solve the problem and that you’ll be able to normally play your new Fallout game. If you’re dealing with Fallout 4 Mods issues, we have a dedicated guide for that too.

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Also, if you have any suggestions or questions, just reach out in the comments section below.