AC6 Crashing – Some players have reported that Armored Cored 6 is instantly crashing during startup. As per the forum reports, only PC Players are victims of these crashes.
So you have no choice but to try fixing the issue by using all the troubleshooting tips that we have provided by using the same old and trusty Trial and Error method to fix Armored Core 6 Crash issues. To be honest, crashing issues during the startup are caused by random apps interfering with the game on your PC, and it is typically hard to find the exact reason for this.
How to Fix Armored Core 6 Crashing Constantly
Here are some methods you can follow to troubleshoot issues like Armored Cored 6 Crashing at Startup:
Meeting System Requirements
Armored Cored 6 is a kind of a resource-hungry game, so you must ensure you meet the minimum and the recommended system requirements to run this game properly.
But there is a problem here. Though the devs have listed GTX 1060 as the required GPU for 1080p 60 FPS, that is not really accurate. I have tested the game on my GTX 1660, and I have seen quite a lot of hiccups. Which includes two crashes. Both when I entered a new area.
Update your GPU Drivers
GPU Drivers are key in running games like Armored Cored 6. Updating your GPU Drivers is your way to go when boosting the game’s performance and solving many crashing and startup-related issues.
Nvidia Drivers
Nvidia released their Driver v536.99 for the Armored Cored 6 recently. You can download the latest driver from Nvidia’s Website.
AMD Drivers
AMD also released their latest Adrenalin 23.7.2 WHQL Recommended Drivers for all the current AAA titles you can download from AMD’s Website.
Windows Update
Okay, without making further progress in this guide, we want to ensure you are running Windows 11. If not, then there is no point in reading this article further, as you will need the latest operating system to run this game.
If you are still stuck on Windows 7 or 8.1, the game will most likely not run, and you will need to install the latest version of Windows 11 64Bit. EA mentioned updating the Windows regularly so that you don’t face any issues with the game itself.
If you are unsure about your Windows Build, you can follow these steps to verify the version of Windows you are currently running.
- Type “winver” on your Windows Search Bar
- Click on the first application that shows up on top
- Your build details will pop up in a small window.
- Double-check and update if you have pending Windows updates.
Verify the Integrity of the AC6 Files
You can follow these steps to verify the integrity of the Files on Steam.
- First, open your Steam Library.
- Locate the game Armored Cored 6: Fires of Rubicon.
- Right-click on it and select Properties.
- Click on the Local Files from the left and select ‘Verify integrity of game files.’
- The verification process will take some time, so wait a while.
- After it is done, restart Steam, and try launching the game again.
The game is only available on Steam for PC users.
Launch the game via the .exe file of Armored Core 6
You can also try running the game as an administrator to see if the problem persists. Go to the game installation folder and find the game’s exe file. Right-click on it and select properties. You will find a Compatibility Tab inside the small dialog box that opens up. Check the option “Run this program as an administrator,” hit Apply, and click on OK. Then try running the game from the .exe file rather than Steam or Epic.
Use Selective Startup
You can also use the Selective Startup to help diagnose the background applications that might cause the issue. Third-party Applications running the back might interfere with the game, causing the crashing issue. This can be done by following the steps:
- Open the Search box and type msconfig.
- Select System Configuration from the results.
- Check Selective Startup under the General tab.
- Uncheck the Load startup items and then click on OK.
- Restart your PC.
- Try relaunching Armored Cored 6.
Suppose your issue no longer persists after using the Selective Startup. In that case, you can start re-enabling each of the usual background applications one by one so that once the error reoccurs, you can determine exactly which startup application is causing the game to crash or not launch completely.
Blocked by Antivirus Programs
Antivirus or other Internet Security Applications might prevent the game from running, updating, or installing. To prevent this issue, tweak your Antivirus or Internet Security Programs and add the game’s exe file to the exception list.
You can alternatively disable the Antivirus Real Time Scanning and protection to continue playing Armored Cored 6. Also, you need to ensure that armoredcore6.exe is allowed on Windows Firewall.
You must have all the necessary files to launch Armored Cored 6
While launching the Armored Cored 6 game, you might encounter errors like “vcruntime140_1.dll missing” or “MSVCP140.dll was not found”. You can easily fix these missing files by installing the latest version of Microsoft Visual Studio because there is a chance that it might not have been installed properly.
- Try downloading the latest version of Microsoft Visual Studio from the following link. Microsoft Visual C++ 2015-2022 Redistributable (x64).
- Once you have downloaded the file, right-click on vc_redist.x86.exe and select “Run as administrator.”
- Select the Install or the Repair button.
- Restart the computer when prompted.
After trying all these methods, if Armored Core 6 still crashes during startup, you will have no choice but to reinstall the entire game. Ensure you install the game on an SSD, not a Hard Disk.
So this was all about how to fix the crashes in Armored Core 6. If you are facing launch issues, then check out this article.
If the problem you are facing is serious, go here and submit a ticket to Bandai Namco Support.
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That’s all, folks!
Last Updated on August 24, 2023
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