Dota 2 не отвечает при запуске windows 10

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Доброго времени суток.

Столкнулся с такой проблемой, что дота вылетает при загрузке «dota2.exe не отвечает» в диспетчере устройств пишет, а если повезет зайти, найду игру и вероятность загрузки экрана выбора героев появится с шансом, наверное 10%. В основном черный экран и ничего не происходит. Компьютер достаточно нормальный для доты точно. Папку с обновлениями удалял, СС чистил кэш, целостность кэша проверял. Уже 3 раз ЛП играю. Уже горит не по детски. Надеюсь на помощь.

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в параметрах запуска -prewarm стоит или нет?

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в параметрах запуска -prewarm стоит или нет?

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Стоит только»-noprewarm»

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поменяй и попробуй

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прописал «-prewarm» теперь просто черный экран, но теперь зато в ДУ не пишет «не отвечает», хоть что-то изменилось

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прописал «-prewarm» теперь просто черный экран, но теперь зато в ДУ не пишет «не отвечает», хоть что-то изменилось

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ну оно с этой командой сначала подгружает все файлы,потом запускает игру

лучше отпиши,какое реально железо стоит

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ну оно с этой командой сначала подгружает все файлы,потом запускает игру

лучше отпиши,какое реально железо стоит

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Проц amd ryzen 5 3600.

Видеокарта amd rx 570 8гб

что там еще влияет на игру?

а, оперативки 8 гб, частоту не помню.

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Запусти утилиту Windows Memory Diagnostic и проверь нету ли проблем с оперативой

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ну оно с этой командой сначала подгружает все файлы,потом запускает игру

лучше отпиши,какое реально железо стоит

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какой же ты почитай пачноуты

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какой же ты почитай пачноуты

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а в чем он клоун собственно? всё правильно подсказал насчет команды(плевать, что он не знал насчет дефолта) и того как она работает, не?
в любом случае, клоун тот, кто пишет «почитай пачноуты», а не пытается хоть как-то кратко объяснить в чем он не прав

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а в чем он клоун собственно? всё правильно подсказал насчет команды(плевать, что он не знал насчет дефолта) и того как она работает, не?
в любом случае, клоун тот, кто пишет «почитай пачноуты», а не пытается хоть как-то кратко объяснить в чем он не прав

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Там выше написано

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Там выше написано

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Интересно, конечно, ты мыслишь и делаешь выводы)))

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Интересно, конечно, ты мыслишь и делаешь выводы)))

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Какие выводы, ты под чем-то? Я указал на тупость на этом все, причем тут преварм и дота не отвечает это конечно 2й вопрос, проще было посоветовать autoconfig и тд а не писать чушь

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Какие выводы, ты под чем-то? Я указал на тупость на этом все, причем тут преварм и дота не отвечает это конечно 2й вопрос, проще было посоветовать autoconfig и тд а не писать чушь

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хз что ты тут развел тонну текста. помойка стоит на обычном харде с отключенным превармом так как его скорость чтения позволяет без этой команды запускать игру без лагов,но все же иногда проскакивают подвисания,изза чего процесс помойки просто зависает еще на стадии запуска и лечится только крашем самого приложения. со следующего старта все нормально. первый вопрос был задан же сразу — включен ли он в параметрах запуска ибо большинство юзеров гуглят и ставят конфигы,где эта опция отключена.

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прописал «-prewarm» теперь просто черный экран, но теперь зато в ДУ не пишет «не отвечает», хоть что-то изменилось

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попробуй подождать пока всё загрузится и когда у тебя будет черный экран нажимать ЛКМ(по черному экрану).
если при загрузке доты будет появляться приложение не отвечает, то пробуй еще раз запустить доту и так пока не исчезнет и будет нормально запускаться

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Дота- свойства-локальные файлы- проверить целостность файлов. Если написало что файлы впорядке, ьл в параметрах запуска пишешь -autoconfig и перезапускаешь стрим

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Дота- свойства-локальные файлы- проверить целостность файлов. Если написало что файлы впорядке, ьл в параметрах запуска пишешь -autoconfig и перезапускаешь стрим

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Там все чисто пишет. С работы приду попробую, спасибо

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попробуй подождать пока всё загрузится и когда у тебя будет черный экран нажимать ЛКМ(по черному экрану).
если при загрузке доты будет появляться приложение не отвечает, то пробуй еще раз запустить доту и так пока не исчезнет и будет нормально запускаться

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Странный варик какой-то, я так постоянно и делал

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хз что ты тут развел тонну текста. помойка стоит на обычном харде с отключенным превармом так как его скорость чтения позволяет без этой команды запускать игру без лагов,но все же иногда проскакивают подвисания,изза чего процесс помойки просто зависает еще на стадии запуска и лечится только крашем самого приложения. со следующего старта все нормально. первый вопрос был задан же сразу — включен ли он в параметрах запуска ибо большинство юзеров гуглят и ставят конфигы,где эта опция отключена.

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помойка — это дота, я так понимаю, хард — это диск чи шо? На ссд доту не ставил. Это так, чтобы я понял о чем ты писал

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Всем спасибо, что-то там сделал и вроде как получше стало. Что сделал — в душе не чаю.

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Dota 2 is one of the most popular online multiplayer games that can be accessed on PC. Yet, the game is not perfect for all gamers, since few users face Dota 2 not responding issue on their Windows 10 PC. If you are also facing Dota 2 black screen problem on your PC, you are lucky enough that you are reading this article. The troubleshooting methods discussed in this article will help you fix Dota 2 not working issue.

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There is no specific reason that triggers Dota 2 black screen issue. However, we have examined a number of web reports and discussion forums and have compiled a list of potential causes for the issue on your Windows 10 PC.

  • The system requirements for the game are not met.
  • Some background program is blocking the game.
  • You are not using admin rights for the game to operate it functionally.
  • The corrupt Windows Store cache is preventing the game from being opened.
  • Inappropriate date and time settings.
  • The game is not set to high priority but your PC has high performance in Power settings.
  • The graphics drivers on your PC are not compatible.
  • Antivirus or firewall program on your PC is preventing the game from normal launch.
  • Microsoft Visual C++ packages are not in the latest version.

Here are some effective troubleshooting methods that will help you fix Dota 2 black screen issue on your Windows 10 PC.

System Requirements to Play Dota 2

Before seeing the solutions, you must check whether your computer meets the system requirements of this game.

  • CPU SPEED: Dual core from Intel or AMD at 2.8 GHz
  • RAM: 4 GB
  • OS: Windows 7 or newer
  • VIDEO CARD: Nvidia GeForce 8600/9600GT, ATI/AMD Radeon HD2600/3600
  • PIXEL SHADER: 4.0
  • VERTEX SHADER: 4.0
  • SOUND CARD: DirectX Compatible
  • FREE DISK SPACE: 15 GB
  • DEDICATED VIDEO RAM: 256 MB

Method 1: Basic Troubleshooting Methods

Here are a few basic methods to fix Dota 2 not working issue.

1A. Run DOTA 2 as administrator

Certain permissions and features can only be accessed if you have granted admin rights to the Dota 2 game. In this scenario, you can fix Dota 2 not responding issue by following the below-listed instructions.

1. Right-click on the Dota 2 shortcut on the desktop or navigate the installation directory and right-click on it.

2. Now, select Properties option.

3. Then, switch to Compatibility tab and check the box Run this program as an administrator.

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4. Finally, click on Apply > OK to save the changes.

Check if you have fixed Dota 2 black screen issue.

1B. Close Background Processes

Several background processes running on your PC may interfere with Dota 2 processes. These programs may contribute to the Dota 2 black screen issue. Follow our guide How to End Task in Windows 10 to exit from all background processes.

End task option

1C. Repair System Files

If there are any missing or damaged files on your Windows 10 PC, you will face Dota 2 not responding problem. Yet, you are repairing these corrupt files by using inbuilt utilities namely, System File Checker and Deployment Image Servicing and Management.

Read our guide on How to Repair System Files on Windows 10 and follow the steps as instructed to repair all your corrupt files.

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1D. Run Malware Scan

The presence of a virus or malware attack will result in gaming problems on your computer. If in case, the virus attack is very severe, you cannot connect to any online game continuously at all. To resolve the problem, you have to remove the virus or malware completely from your Windows 10 computer.

You are advised to scan your computer as instructed in our guide How do I Run a Virus Scan on my Computer?

Choose a scan option as per your preference and click on Scan Now

Also, if you want to remove malware from your computer, check our guide How to Remove Malware from your PC in Windows 10. Once you have removed all the viruses from your computer, connect to your game and check if you face Dota 2 not launching Windows 10 issue again.

Also Read: How to Uninstall McAfee LiveSafe in Windows 10

1E. Remove Temporary Files

Few users have suggested that clearing some disk space on PC has helped them sort out Dota 2 not working issue. This will enable your computer to install new files whenever needed which will help you fix Dota 2 black screen problem.

If there is minimum available space in your computer contributing to the launching problem in Dota 2, follow our guide 10 Ways to Free Up Hard Disk Space On Windows which helps you clear all unnecessary files on your computer.

click on Clean up… button under System Restore and Shadow Copies

1F. Disable Antivirus Temporarily (If Applicable)

Any new latest updates of the game may sometimes be prevented by the antivirus suite. Antivirus software like Avast and Norton are most likely to prevent any latest update of Windows and it is advised to disable any third party or inbuilt antivirus software temporarily to fix this issue. Read our article on How to Disable Antivirus Temporarily on Windows 10 and follow the steps in the guide to disable your Antivirus program temporarily on your PC.

Disable Antivirus Temporarily

After fixing Dota 2 black screen issue on your PC, make sure to re-enable the antivirus program since a system without a security suite is always a threat.

1G. Disable Windows Firewall (Not Recommended)

At times, Windows Defender Firewall in your computer may prevent the game from being opened due to some security reasons. In this case, Dota 2 may not open due to Windows Defender Firewall. If you don’t know how to disable the Windows Defender Firewall, go through our guide How to Disable Windows 10 Firewall, and follow the instructions that are given.

You can follow this guide Allow or Block Apps through the Windows Firewall to allow the app.

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Make sure to enable the Firewall suite again after updating your device as a computer without a firewall program is a threat.

1H. Update Windows

If your computer has any bugs then it might cause the Dota 2 issue, you can simply fix this by updating your operating system. Follow the steps that are given in this guide How to Download and Install Windows 10 Latest Update if you are new to updating your Windows 10 PC.

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Check if the Dota 2 not launching Windows 10 issue is fixed after updating the Windows.

Method 2: Change Game Priority

The preference of an application or process tells the computer the importance and if it should be given preference over the others while allocating the resources. The priority of every application is normal except the system processes, by default. Dota 2 might crash if it didn’t get enough resources.

1. Hit the Ctrl + Shift + Esc keys together to open the Task Manager.

2. Now, search for Dota 2 process.

3. Then change the priority to High Priority and check if this works.

Note: Change the priority with great caution as changing the priority of the process carelessly could make your system extremely slow or unstable.

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4. Close Task Manager and reboot your computer and check whether Dota 2 not launching on Windows 10 issue is solved.

Method 3: Change Display Resolution

If you face Dota 2 not working on loading screen, there are a few possibilities that the display resolution of your computer is conflicting with the game. In this case, you have to lower the display resolution and try again later as instructed below.

1. Press the Windows + D keys together to navigate to Desktop.

2. Now, right-click on desktop and select Personalise option.

3. Then, in the left pane, click on Display, and in the right pane choose a lower screen resolution under Display resolution as shown.

choose a lower screen resolution under Display resolution

Once you have adjusted the Display resolution, check if you were able to fix Dota 2 not responding issue.

Method 4: Verify Integrity of Game Files

We have seen many cases in which the game files are either missing or corrupt or it had incomplete installations. Users could also experience Dota 2 not responding issue if they are interrupted by the update process or if the game files are being moved. In this method, you will be opening Steam and using the built-in function for verifying the integrity of the game. It will be replaced if the application finds something. Follow our guide on how to verify integrity of game files on Steam.

Note: You should perform similar steps if you are using different publishing software.

Click on Verify integrity of game files button

Also Read: How to Disable Steam Overlay in Windows 10

Method 5: Update Steam Client and Game

If you use an outdated Steam application, you cannot access any games smoothly. Hence always make sure you use an updated version of Steam and Dota 2 game before launching it.

1. Hit the Windows key and type Steam, then click on Open.

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2. Now, click on Steam in the top left corner of the screen followed by Check for Steam Client Updates… as highlighted below.

Check for Steam Client Updates…

3. If you have any new updates to be downloaded, install them and ensure your Steam client is up-to-date.

steam self updater

4. Now, relaunch Steam and check if Dota 2 not working issue is solved now.

Likewise, it is always essential that your game run at its latest version to avoid any conflicts. Until your game is updated, you cannot log in to Dota 2 servers successfully. To update your game, follow the below-mentioned steps.

1. Launch Steam and navigate to LIBRARY.

Launch Steam and navigate to LIBRARY. Fix Dota 2 Not Responding in Windows 10

2. Now, click on HOME and search for Dota 2.

click on HOME and search for your game

3. Then, right-click on the game and select the Properties… option.

4. Now, switch to the UPDATES tab and check if any updates are pending in action. If so, follow the on-screen instructions to download the latest updates.

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After an update, check if Dota 2 black screen issue is fixed.

Also Read: Fix Steam Game Randomly Uninstalled Itself on Windows 10

Method 6: Update or RollBack Graphics Drivers

If the above methods did not work for you, it is possible that you do not have the correct graphics drivers installed on your computer. Drivers facilitate the interaction between the hardware and the game and are the important components. If the drivers are corrupt or outdated, it may cause Dota 2 not responding issue on the PC.

Option I: Update Graphics Driver

If you do not know to update the graphics drivers follow the instructions given in this guide 4 Ways to Update Graphics Drivers in Windows 10.

Update graphics driver

Option II: Roll Back Graphics Driver Updates

There is no use in reinstalling or updating the drivers if the current version of the graphics drivers is not compatible with your game. Rolling back the drivers to the previous version is all you have to do and to do so follow the instructions that are given in this guide How to Rollback Drivers on Windows 10.

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Once you have rolled back your drivers, check if you have fixed Dota 2 not responding issue or not.

Also Read: Fix Valorant Graphics Driver Crashed in Windows 10

Method 7: Reinstall Graphics Drivers

If updating your graphics drivers did not fix the discussed issue, then try reinstalling the graphics drivers. There are various methods to reinstall the graphics drivers on Windows. If you are new to reinstalling the graphic drivers, read this guide How to Uninstall and Reinstall Drivers on Windows 10 and follow the instruction given there.

click on uninstall device

After reinstalling the graphics drivers, check if the Dota 2 not working issue is resolved.

Method 8: Update .NET Framework

Most the users enjoy uninterrupted service of modern games and apps and the .NET framework is essential in Windows 10 for this. Many games will have an auto-update option for the .NET framework and hence, it will be updated automatically whenever there is an update available. You can also install the latest version of the .NET framework and to do so follow the following steps.

1. Go to the official Microsoft website and check for new updates for the .NET framework.

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2. Click on the recommended or corresponding link and click the Download. .NET Framework 4.8 Runtime option, if there are any updates.

Note: As some software use Download .NET Framework 4.8 Developer Pack, it is not recommended to click on it.

Do not click on Download .NET Framework 4.8 Developer Pack

3. Go to My downloads and run the downloaded file by double clicking on the setup file.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the .NET framework on your computer.

After doing this, check if Dota 2 not working issue is fixed.

Also Read: How to Download Hextech Repair Tool

Method 9: Repair Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable

Alternately, you can try to repair the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable packages to fix Dota 2 not responding issue as follows:

1. Hit the Windows key and type Apps & features. Click on Open.

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2. Search for Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable package.

3. Select the package, then click on Modify option.

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4. Then, click Yes on the User Account Control dialog box.

5. In the pop-up window that appears, click on Repair. Wait for the process to finish.

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6. Make sure to do this for each C++ package by repeating Steps 3 & 4.

7. Finally, restart the PC.

Open the application that you were unable to open previously. If this did not work, try reinstalling the C++ redistributable instead.

Method 10: Reinstall Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable

If the previous method of repairing the Microsoft C++ Visual Redistributable did not fix Dota 2 not launching Windows 10, then you will have to reinstall the redistributable. Follow the given steps to uninstall & then install these again.

1. Open the Apps & features system settings.

launch Apps and Features

2. Select the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable package, then click on Uninstall option.

Select Microsoft Visual C plus plus and click Uninstall

3. Click on Uninstall option again to confirm and remove the package.

Note: Make sure to uninstall all the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable packages.

4. Hit the Windows key, type Command Prompt, then click on Run as administrator.

Open Command Prompt and click on Run as administrator. Fix Dota 2 Not Responding in Windows 10

5. Type the following command and press the Enter key.

Dism.exe /online /Cleanup-Image /StartComponentCleanup

Type another command Dism Online Cleanup Image restorehealth and wait for it to complete

6. Once the process is complete, reboot the PC.

7. Next, visit the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable webpage to download the latest C++ package as shown here.

Visit the Microsoft website to download the latest C package

8. Once downloaded, open the downloaded file by double-clicking on it in My downloadsInstall the package by following the on-screen instructions.

9. Once the installation is complete, finally restart the PC.

Open the game and check if you face the loading problem again. If the issue persists, then try the next alternatives.

Also Read: Fix Runtime Error C++ on Windows 10

Method 11: Reinstall DirectX

To enjoy a seamless multimedia experience on Dota 2, you have to make sure whether DirectX is installed, and it is updated to its latest version. DirectX helps you improve the visual media experience for graphical games and applications especially. DirectX 12 is flexible for high graphical support applications in your Windows 10 computer. This lets the game know what to do and you can follow the below-mentioned steps to check if your system already contains DirectX 12.

1. Press the Windows + R keys simultaneously to open the Run dialog box.

2. Type dxdiag then hit Enter key to launch DirectX Diagnostic Tool.

type dxdiag then hit Enter in Run dialog box. Fix Dota 2 Not Responding in Windows 10

3. Check the DirectX Version, if it contains DirectX 12 or not.

directX diagnostic tool. Fix Dota 2 Not Responding in Windows 10

4. If you do not have DirectX 12 in your system, download and install it from the DirectX download page by following the on-screen instructions.

download directX 12

After installing DirectX, check if Dota 2 not working issue occurs again.

Method 12: Update BIOS

Several Windows 10 users around the world have reported that Dota 2 not responding issue vanished after updating BIOS. But in case, if you have the latest version of BIOS and still face the same error, you must reinstall BIOS. If all the above methods fail to fix Dota 2 not working problem, you are advised to update BIOS as instructed in our guide What is BIOS and how to update BIOS?

Click on Restart Now to complete the Update. Fix Dota 2 Not Responding in Windows 10

Also Read: Fix Steam Image Failed to Upload

Method 13: Reinstall Dota 2

Dota 2 could be the reason behind Dota 2 not responding issue, and there is no harm in reinstalling the game on Steam. Implement the steps given below to uninstall Dota 2.

1. Launch Steam application as done earlier.

2. Select Library option on the menu.

Select the Library option on the menu

3. Then, right-click the Dota 2 game and select Uninstall in the drop-down.

4. Select the Delete button to confirm the uninstallation process on the Steam pop-up.

5. Close the application once the uninstallation process is complete.

6. Relaunch the Steam application.

7. In the search bar, type and select Dota 2.

select Dota 2

8. Click Play Now to install the game.

Click Play Now to install the game. Fix Dota 2 Not Responding in Windows 10

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We hope that this guide was helpful and you could fix Dota 2 not responding issue on Windows 10. Let us know which method worked for you the best to fix Dota 2 not working problem. Also, if you have any queries/suggestions regarding this article, then feel free to drop them in the comments section below.

If you love playing Dota 2 and are facing issues while playing like crashing, launching errors, stuttering and lag, then this guide will help you fix these issues with Dota 2. The most common of these is the Dota 2 not launching in Windows 10 error which has troubled gamers across the globe. Here is a list of troubleshooting to fix Dota 2 issues as recommended by experts on various gaming forums.

Different Methods on How To Fix Dota 2 Not Launching Issue on Windows 10?

Dota 2

Method 1: Check Game Files

Any game installed on your PC works flawlessly only if the files stored on your hard disk are in proper condition. Thus, if you are facing Dota 2 not launching in Windows 10 issues, then the first step you must follow is to verify the integrity of your game files. This can be done by using the following steps to fix any missing or corrupt files:

Step 1: Run the Steam Launcher.

Step 2: Now click on Library from the tab on the top.

Step 3: From the list of installed games displayed, choose Dota 2 and make a right-click.

Step 4: Choose Properties from the context menu.

Step 5: Now click on the Local Files tab and then click on Verify Integrity of Game Files option.

Step 6: Wait for the process to complete and relaunch your Steam launcher and check if the Dota 2 not launching issue has been resolved.

Method 2: Reinstall Game

Another step you can take is to reinstall the game. If the verification of game files does not work, then you can try to reinstall the game. Here are the steps to do that:

Step 1: Run Steam Launcher and click on Library.

Step 2: Locate Dota 2 and make a right-click followed by selecting Uninstall from the context menu.

Step 3: You will get a prompt where you will have to choose the Delete button.

Step 4: Next open the File Explorer on your computer by pressing Windows + E.

Step 5: Navigate to the following path or copy and paste the following path in the address bar of the File Explorer window and press Enter.

C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common

Step 6: Locate the Dota 2 folder and press the Delete button on the button.

Step 7: Download and Install Dota 2 again from Steam and check if Dota 2 stuttering and not launching issues have been fixed.

Method 3: Disable Antivirus

Antivirus applications have now been updated to detect potential threats and other suspicious activities like resource-hogging etc. There is a possibility that the Antivirus you are using may block certain applications from launching or crashing in the middle of the game. To identify if the culprit is your Antivirus, try disabling it and then launch the game and check if the Dota 2 not launching issues have been fixed.

Method 4: Run Game as Administrator

Microsoft has inculcated an Administrator mode that helps users to run an app in an elevated mode, granting it all access to system resources and files. This helps to prevent crashing, stuttering, and other issues while playing a certain game. Here are the steps to Run Dota 2 as an Administrator and fix Dota 2 stuttering in Windows 10.

Step 1: Exit the Steam Launcher.

Step 2: Make a right-click on the Steam launcher icon and click on Properties from the context menu.

Step 3: Click on Compatibility Tab and check the box next to Run This Program As An Administrator.

Compatibility

Step 4: Click on Apply and then on OK.

Relaunch Steam and check if this Dota 2 lag fix has worked for you and the game can launch properly.

Method 5: Launch Game in Compatibility Mode

Dota 2 being an old game might have compatibility issues with certain updates in Windows 10 OS. The following steps will help you to run your game in compatibility mode:

Step 1: Exit Steam if running and right-click the icon to click on Properties.

Step 2: Now click on the Compatibility tab in the Properties window.

Step 3: Click the checkbox next to Run This Program In Compatibility Mode For and select Windows 7 from the dropdown list.

Step 4: Click on Apply and then on OK.

Step 5: Restart your PC and relaunch Dota 2 to check if all the issues have been fixed.

Method 6: Update Drivers

The final option remaining is a Dota 2 lag fix suggested by many experts is to update drivers. Drivers help establish a communication channel between the hardware and software. Hence it is important to keep your drivers updated at all times by using a driver updater application. The main driver, in this case, to be updated is the Graphics Driver which can be manually updated by downloading/installing drivers from the official graphic card website. Else you can opt for Advanced Driver Updater which will automatically scan, detect and update all the driver anomalies in your system. Here are the steps to use Advanced Driver Updater:

Step 1: Download and install Advanced Driver Updater from the link provided below:

Step 2: Launch the app and click on Start Scan Now Button.

Advanced Driver Updater

Step 3: A list of driver issues will appear on your screen. Locate the Graphics driver first and click the Update Driver link next to it.

Update Outdated Driver

Step 4: Once the driver has been updated, restart your system and check if the DOTA 2 issue has been resolved.

The Final Word On How To Fix Dota 2 Not Launching Issue in Windows 10?

The Dota 2 not launching issue in windows 10 can be easily resolved by following the troubleshooting steps listed above. Many minor issues in your PC can be resolved just by updating all your drivers. This can be done by using the Advanced Driver Care which sorts all driver issues with a few mouse clicks. Once the drivers are updated to their latest versions, you can experience a smooth and flawless performance of your computer.

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What to Do If Dota 2 Won’t Launch or Gets Stuck on Loading?

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Is your Dota 2 not launching or stuck on the loading screen? Don’t worry. This post from Partition Magic offers you 6 ways to solve these issues. You can try them one by one.

Dota 2 is a 2013 multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) video game by Valve. You can play it on Steam for free. In the game, two teams of five players occupy and defend their own separate bases on the map.

This classic game doesn’t require many PC resources. It just needs a dual-core CPU at 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, NVIDIA GeForce 8600/9600GT or ATI/AMD Radeon HD2600/3600 GPU, and 60 GB available space.

In general, this game can run smoothly on today’s computers. However, some issues may still happen. For example, Dota 2 not launching or stuck on loading screen issue. If you also encounter these issues, don’t worry. The following methods can help you.

Way 1. Verify Game Files

As long as you encounter issues when running a game, verifying game files is always recommended. It can repair corrupt game files. Here is the guide:

  1. Launch Steam and go to Library. Right-click the Dota 2 game and select Properties.
  2. Select the Installed Files tab and click the Verify integrity of game files button. Then, wait until the process is completed.

Way 2. Set Game Launch Options

Game launch options can be used to change game settings before running the game. They will supersede the internal settings of the game. This is an effective means to recover from incompatible video settings as well as troubleshooting a wide range of issues.

How to set game launch options? Here is the guide:

  1. Open your Steam Library, right-click the Dota 2 title, and select Properties.
  2. On the General tab, you’ll find the Launch Options section. Enter the command -sw and then save the changes and launch the game.
  3. The game will launch in windowed mode. You should change it back to exclusive fullscreen later.
Dota 2 launch options

Tips:

Some people also report that other commands like -autoconfig, -prewarm, and -vulkan can also solve the Dota 2 stuck on loading screen or not launching issue. If the -sw command doesn’t work, you can try them. In addition, if you want to enter multiple commands at the same time, be sure to separate each code with a space.

Way 3. Update the GPU Driver

If Dota 2 won’t launch, you can try updating the GPU driver because the outdated GPU drive may also cause this issue. Here is how to update the GPU driver:

  1. Press the Windows logo key + X and then select Device Manager from the menu.
  2. Expand Display adapters, right-click on the graphics device, and then select Update driver. Then, follow the wizard to complete the update.
update GPU driver

Way 4. Clear Steam Download Cache

If the Steam download cache contains corrupted data, it will cause the Dota 2 not launching issue. Then, clearing the Steam download cache can solve the issue. Here is the guide:

  1. Launch Steam and click the Steam menu > Settings.
  2. Select Downloads and then click the Clear Download Cache button.
  3. Click OK to confirm.
Steam clear download cache

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Way 5. Delete Files in Game Config

If the game config files are messed up or corrupt, the Dota 2 stuck on loading screen issue will also occur. Then, you can delete the config files.

Some players say that deleting the gamestate_integration or the VIDEO.txt file helps them solve the issue. These files are located in the C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\dota 2 beta\game\dota\cfg folder.

Therefore, if you don’t what file to be deleted, you can delete all files in this folder. Then, launch the game to see if the issue can be solved.

Way 6. Add Dota 2 to Exceptions of the Antivirus Software

Antivirus software may block Dota 2, causing the Dota 2 not launching issue. In this case, you should add it to the exceptions of the antivirus software. If you use third-party antivirus software, you can search for the corresponding guides online.

If you just use the Windows Defender, the process is as follows:

  1. Open the Windows Search bar by pressing the Windows logo key + S.
  2. Type “allow an app through Windows Firewall” and click the app from the result list.
  3. The Control Panel\All Control Panel Items\Windows Defender Firewall\Allowed apps window will open. You need to click Change settings.
  4. Scroll down to find Dota 2 and tick the box before it.
  5. Click OK to apply and save the changes.
allow an app through the firewall

Bottom Line

If your Dota 2 won’t launch or gets stuck on the loading screen, you can try the above 6 ways to solve them. I hope they can help you.

About The Author

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Linda has been working as an editor at MiniTool for 5 years. She is always curious about computer knowledge and learns it crazily. Her articles are simple and easy to understand. Even people who do not understand computer can gain something. By the way, her special focuses are disk management, data recovery and PDF editing.

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