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00:00:00 – 00:12:36
The video focuses on diagnosing and addressing various technical issues encountered with the game Baldur's Gate 3, such as crashing, not launching, freezing, low FPS, and black screens. Key methods outlined include a systematic approach starting from simple solutions like restarting the computer and verifying game file integrity through Steam. More detailed techniques involve launching the game directly from its installation folder, running it as an administrator, adjusting compatibility settings, and ensuring correct system time and date settings. Additional steps include using ALT + TAB to switch windows, removing saved game files, and configuring the game through Windows Defender Firewall. The speaker further suggests advanced troubleshooting like unplugging USB devices, performing a clean boot, adjusting Steam overlay settings, and setting the game to run on a dedicated graphics card. They also recommend optimizing performance by selecting high-performance settings, updating graphics drivers, and ensuring the system has the latest Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable and Windows updates. If all else fails, a complete uninstall and reinstall of the game, preferably on a different disk, is advised. The video underscores a comprehensive approach to solving common game-related technical problems.
00:00:00
In this part of the video, the speaker provides solutions to fix various issues with Baldur’s Gate 3, such as crashing, not launching, freezing, low FPS, and black screens. The main steps include:
1. **Simple Restart:** Start with restarting your computer, as it can resolve many common issues.
2. **Verify Integrity of Game Files:** Right-click the game in Steam, go to properties, and verify the game files to ensure none are corrupted or missing.
3. **Launch from Installation Folder:** Instead of launching from Steam, go to the game’s installation folder and start the game from the executable file.
4. **Run as Administrator:** Ensure the game runs with administrative permissions by adjusting the compatibility settings.
These methods aim to address and fix the common problems experienced by users.
00:03:00
In this part of the video, the speaker provides several troubleshooting steps for resolving issues with launching a game. First, they recommend right-clicking the game, selecting properties, navigating to the compatibility tab, and making sure compatibility mode is enabled, suggesting trying Windows 7 or 8 modes. After applying and closing, the next step is to ensure that the system’s time, time zone, and region settings are correct and match the user’s actual location. Another method involves pressing ALT + TAB immediately after clicking play to switch windows, which has worked for other users. Additionally, they suggest deleting the saved game file from the documents folder, noting that this will erase all game progress. Lastly, the speaker advises ensuring the game is allowed through Windows Defender Firewall by navigating through Control Panel to add the game if it’s not already listed.
00:06:00
In this part of the video, the speaker discusses several troubleshooting steps to solve issues with launching a game. First, they suggest unplugging all USB devices—including joysticks and monitors—then launching the game, reconnecting the USB devices afterwards. If this does not work, performing a clean boot by disabling all non-Microsoft services in System Configuration is recommended, followed by a system restart. Disabling the Steam overlay from the game’s properties is another step detailed. If issues persist, changing the launch options to “dx11” or “dx12” commands may help. Further steps include closing all background applications and overlays like Discord and overclocking tools through Task Manager. Finally, setting the game to run on a dedicated graphics card via Graphics Settings is suggested.
00:09:00
In this part of the video, the speaker walks through the process of optimizing game performance on a Windows PC. They first suggest setting the game to high performance in the graphics settings to utilize the GeForce RTX 2080 with Max Q design, rather than letting Windows decide. If issues persist, increasing virtual memory is recommended by adjusting settings based on computer RAM specifications. Next, updating the graphics card drivers (both Nvidia and AMD) is explained, with a mandatory restart after installation. Finally, they recommend installing Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable and ensuring Windows is updated to the latest version as further steps to resolve performance issues.
00:12:00
In this part of the video, the speaker advises that if launching the game still fails after trying various solutions, users should uninstall and reinstall the game. They suggest going to “Manage” to uninstall and then reinstalling the game on a different local disk instead of the original one. This solution is likely to resolve the issue. The speaker also encourages viewers to subscribe and click the bell icon for more notifications.