Contents show Helldivers 2 not launching on Steam possible fixes Verify the game files Run the game as an administrator Disable controller input Reinstall the game
Helldivers 2 has seen its fair share of issues since it was released back in February. Players have had issues with weapon nerfs, stuttering, crashes, and more. Since the game’s launch, one issue has stayed fairly consistent and that is the game’s inability to launch on Steam. Let’s break down what might be causing this issue and how to fix it not launching on Steam.
Helldivers 2 not launching on Steam possible fixes
There are multiple fixes that you can try that players have had success with when it comes to the game not launching on Steam. This is a common issue and ways to fix include verifying the game’s files, running the game as an administrator, disabling controller input, and even reinstalling it. It’s also worth making sure that you have installed the latest patch, as these may include fixes. Let’s break down each of these fixes step by step.
Go to the game properties and disable the controller input. Image captured by VideoGamer
Disable controller input
To disable the controller input for the game, access the Steam library page. From there, select the cog as if you were trying to verify the files and select ‘properties.’ After this, go to the section labelled “controller.” In this menu, select the drop-down menu and disable the controller input.
Reinstall the game
If everything else fails, some have reported success after they have deleted and reinstalled the game. Of course, this is a last resort. You won’t want to have to reinstall the entire game if you don’t absolutely have to. If all else fails, delete the game by uninstalling it via the Steam library. After this, redownload the game.
