- Update Your Graphics Drivers: Outdated or corrupt graphics drivers are a common cause of game crashes. Ensure your GPU drivers are up-to-date by visiting the official website of your graphics card manufacturer (NVIDIA, AMD, or Intel) and downloading the latest drivers. Tradeit
- Verify Integrity of Game Files: Corrupted or missing game files can lead to crashes. To verify and repair your game files:QM Games+1Tradeit+1
- Open your Steam Library.YouTube+16Tradeit+16FollowChain+16
- Right-click on Counter-Strike 2 and select 'Properties'.YouTube+13Tradeit+13Steam Community+13
- Navigate to the 'Local Files' tab.Tradeit
- Click on 'Verify Integrity of Game Files'. YouTube+8Tradeit+8QM Games+8
- Run the Game as Administrator: Running CS2 with administrative privileges can help bypass potential permission issues:Get Droid Tips+1Get Droid Tips+1
- Right-click on the CS2 shortcut or executable file.
- Select 'Properties'.Steam Community+7YouTube+7YouTube+7
- Go to the 'Compatibility' tab.
- Check the box labeled 'Run this program as an administrator'. Get Droid Tips+1FollowChain+1
- Disable Full-Screen Optimizations: This Windows feature can sometimes cause compatibility issues with games:Driver Easy+4Tradeit+4ProSettings.net+4
- Right-click on the CS2 executable file and select 'Properties'.
- In the 'Compatibility' tab, check 'Disable full-screen optimizations'. Tradeit+3Get Droid Tips+3Get Droid Tips+3
- Add Launch Options in Steam: Modifying the game's launch options can help resolve startup crashes:Tradeit+3Steam Community+3Get Droid Tips+3
- In your Steam Library, right-click on CS2 and select 'Properties'.
- In the 'General' tab, click on 'Set Launch Options'.YouTube
- Type
-nojoy -novidand click 'OK'. YouTube+13Steam Community+13FollowChain+13 - Update Windows: Ensure your operating system is up-to-date, as missing updates can lead to compatibility issues with games. Tradeit+2FollowChain+2Get Droid Tips+2
- Disable Conflicting Applications: Some background applications, especially those with overlays (like Discord, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, or MSI Afterburner), can interfere with CS2. Try disabling these applications before launching the game. Get Droid Tips
- Check System Requirements: Verify that your PC meets the minimum system requirements for CS2. Inadequate hardware can lead to performance issues and crashes.