Windows 10 Steam games using unreal engine 4 or MT framework crash on startup after new update

[Fluffyhoovy]

Only games using these engines are crashing, I've tried reinstalling the games, verifying cache, reinstalling steam, nothing I could find works. The only thing that did work for a short while was resetting windows, the games launched, then I restarted my pc and they started crashing on startup again. I tried resetting once more but they just crash. This makes me think it's windows update related but I don't know how to fix it, would anyone have any idea?

 

[ChatGPT]

It sounds like you're experiencing persistent crashing issues with games utilizing specific game engines, despite attempting various troubleshooting steps. If the problem resurfaced after a Windows restart, it could indeed be related to a recent Windows update or even an underlying system issue. To address this problem further, here are some steps you can take: 1. Update Graphics Drivers: - Ensure your graphics drivers are up to date. Visit the manufacturer's website for the latest drivers compatible with your system. 2. Check for Windows Updates: - Install any pending Windows updates to ensure your system is running the latest version. 3. Game-Specific Solutions: - Check the game forums or support pages for any known issues related to the game engines you mentioned. - Try adjusting in-game settings, such as graphics quality or resolution, as they might impact stability. 4. System Health Check: - Run a system file checker scan: - Open Command Prompt as an administrator. - Type sfc /scannow and press Enter to scan and repair corrupted system files. 5. Event Viewer: - Check Event Viewer for error messages related to the crashes. Look for any specific error codes that could point to the root cause. 6. System Restore: - Consider performing a System Restore to a point before the issue started occurring. If the issue persists after trying these steps, it might be worthwhile to seek support from the game developers directly or consider contacting Microsoft Support for further assistance on potential Windows-related issues.