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Fix: Cyberpunk 2077 Doesn’t Launch

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Updated onOctober 6, 2023

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Cyberpunk 2077 is the latest rage in terms ofRPGgames, and many have awaited the official launch despite being delayed so many times.

Well, the game is out, but many users have been facing issues with it, many of them reporting that they are having problems launch the game in the first place.

Because the game is so popular, we’ve decided to create a step-by-step guide on how you can fix this issue, and finally make Cyberpunk 2077 launch properly on your PC.

How do I make Cyberpunk 2077 launch properly on Windows 10?

How do I make Cyberpunk 2077 launch properly on Windows 10?

1. Make sure that your PC meets the minimum system requirements

One cannot deny that Cyberpunk is a mammoth of a game, and that you need a powerful gaming PC to run it properly.

That being the case, check out theofficial system requirements of Cyberpunk 2077:

If you notice that your PC is well-below even the minimum system requirements, then maybe your should consider some upgrades:

⇒A better GPU

⇒A faster CPU

⇒An entirely new desktop PC

⇒A powerful gaming laptop

2. Update your display drivers

As mentioned above, Cyberpunk 2077 need a powerful PC to run, the core being your device’sGPU.

However, it’s not enough to have the hardware if the device drivers are only, missing, or installed in a faulty way, and that is when a dedicated driver updater can come in handy.

The best driver updater currently on the market isOutbyte Driver Updater, and not only will this tool scan your PC for outdated drivers, it will also fix the broken one, and find you the missing ones.

The program is lightweight, since the library of drivers is entirely online, and it is constantly updated to the latest version, so you know your PC will always be taken care of.

Outbyte Driver Updater

3. Uninstall all Microsoft Visual C++ redistributables

4. Disable apps with in-game overlay before launch

Since Cyberpunk 2077 is still relatively new, it may have issue interacting with apps that offer in-game overlay.

That being the case, disable these following apps:

5. Launch Cyberpunk 2077 inClean Boot mode

By following these steps, you should be able to launch Cyberpunk 2077 properly, and enjoy another amazing RPG brought to your by CD PROJEKT RED.

Other gamers complained aboutCyberpunk 2077 corrupted or missing scripts filebut our guide will help you fix it.

Have you tried any other trick that worked that we haven’t covered? Let us know by leaving a message in the comments section below and we will update the article accordingly.

More about the topics:Game issues,gaming,RPG games

Teodor Nechita

Eager to help those in need, Teodor writes articles daily on subjects regarding Windows, Xbox, and all things tech-related.

When not working, you may usually find him either at the gym or taking a stroll in the park, trying to find inspiration for the next articles he may write.

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