How to Fix FFXIV Black Screen After Launching Error
Have you been having issues playing Final Fantasy XIV because of a nasty black screen? Several players have been reporting problems as they load up for the launch of Dawntrail, so let’s find outhow to fix FFXIV black screen after launching error. Keep reading to find out everything you need.
Run the Game with DirectX 9
Apparently, Final Fantasy XIV has some problems running in any other DirectX version other than 9. If that is the issue, and you are running the game through Steam, follow these simple steps to force the game to run with DirectX 9:
Try running FFXIV again and see if that has fixed the problem.
Forcibly Close Steam
Players have reported another solution, involving first launching the game and then closing Steam while you are already in the launcher. Here’s how to do it:
Delete the Steam Client DLL File
Another solution, this one more permanent, is to delete a certain file in the installation directory of Final Fantasy XIV. To do so, follow these steps:
Final Fantasy XIV should now run without a black screen.
Verify the Integrity of the Game Files
In Steam, it is possible to check for the integrity of the game files’ installation, in case something went wrong with an update or the last installation. Here’s how to do it:
The application should check and reinstall what is needed.
Reinstall the Game
If all else fails, we would recommend to just reinstall the game altogether. you may do so in Steam, again following these simple steps:
We recommend rebooting your PC then reinstalling the game through Steam.
That’s all we have for you on how to fix FFXIV Black screen after launching error. For more information on the game, check out our guides onhow the housing lottery worksandweekly fashion report guide.
