2. Update FIFA 22
The second thing you can do is simply check for the game update at your end and install the same whenever available. An outdated game patch version eventually triggers multiple possible conflicts with the game launching on the PC. Otherwise, an outdated game version can also trouble a lot due to some bugs or stability issues. It’s better to follow the steps below and update the game properly.
For Steam:
- Open the Steam client > Go to Library.
- Click on FIFA 22 from the list of installed games on the left pane.
- Now, the client will automatically search for the available update.
- If there is an update available, you’ll see the Update option > Just click on it.
- Wait for some time until the game update is done.
- Now, close the Steam client, and reboot the PC to apply changes.
For Origin:
- Launch the Origin client on your PC > Go to My Game Library.
- Now, right-click on FIFA 22 > Select Update game.
- Make sure to wait for the game update to be installed on your PC.
- Once done, reboot the PC to apply changes, and launch the game.
3. Update GPU Driver
You should also try checking for the graphics driver update on your Windows PC and installing the latest version so that your GPU driver can run properly. An outdated or missing graphics driver can occur several issues with launching heavy graphics programs. To do so:
- Right-click on the Start Menu to open up the Quick Access Menu.
- Click on Device Manager from the list to open it.
- You’ll have to double-click on Display adapters to expand it.
- Right-click on the dedicated graphics card that’s active.
- Now, click on Update driver > Click on Search automatically for drivers.
- It’ll automatically check for the available update and then install it.
- Once done, ensure to restart your PC to apply the changes.
If you can’t find out available updates then make sure to visit the official website of the graphics card manufacturer’s and search manually for the latest update. If there is a new version available, you can download and install it depending on the model number.
4. Update Windows
Sometimes an outdated Windows system can also cause multiple issues with the game running properly. You should always check for the update and install the same by following the steps below.
- Press the Windows + I keys to open Windows Settings.
- Click on Windows Update from the left pane > Click on Check for updates.
- If there is an update available, you should select Download and Install.
- Wait for the update process to be completed.
- Once done, reboot your PC to apply changes.
You should also check for the optional updates by following the steps below because some of the device driver updates and security patch updates may appear in a separate section.
- Press the Windows + I keys to open Windows Settings.
- Click on Windows Update from the left pane > Click on Advanced Options.
- Now, scroll down a bit and find the Additional options section.
- Click on Optional updates > If there is an update available, make sure to select the update.
- Click on Download & install > Reopen the system once the update is installed.
5. Verify and Repair Game Files
The chances are high that somehow your installed game files become corrupted or missing and now you’re facing issues with the game launching on the PC. It’s recommended to follow the steps below to verify and repair the game files properly via Steam or Origin. It’ll automatically fix the problematic game files and make you eligible to run the game again without any interruption.
For Steam:
- Launch the Steam client > Click on Library.
- Right-click on FIFA 22 from the list of installed games.
- Now, click on Properties > Go to Local Files.
- Click on Verify Integrity of Game Files.
- You’ll have to wait for the process until it gets completed.
- Once done, just restart your computer.
For Origin:
- Launch the Origin client on your PC.
- Head over to the My Game Library and locate FIFA 22.
- Now, click on the Settings (Gear icon) and select Repair.
- Wait for the process to be completed.
- Finally, reboot the PC to apply changes.
6. Force Run DirectX 12
Some reports are also claiming that forcefully running the FIFA 22 game with DirectX 12 version on Windows can fix several issues with the launching or graphical glitches completely. But before that, you’ll need to change the DirectX value from the installed game directory. To do so:
- Open File Explorer by pressing the Windows + E keys.
- Now, go to Document > Open the FIFA 22 folder.
- Right-click on the fifasetup.ini file > Select Open with > Click on Notepad.
- Then check for the DIRECTX_SELECT value. If it’s set to 1 then change it to 0. [If it’s set to 0, change it to 1]
- Finally, press the Ctrl + S keys to save the changes.
Next, you’ll need to follow the steps below to use launch options on Steam to forcefully run DirectX 12 for FIFA 22.
- Open the Steam client > Click on Library.
- Right-click on FIFA 22 > Select Properties.
- On the General tab, you’ll find Launch Options.
- Enter -dx12 into the launch options field.
- Once done, close the launcher to apply changes.
- Finally, launch FIFA 22, and check for the blue screen error again.
In terms of the system performance, plenty of programs or services always running in the background without your knowledge including Microsoft services and some other third-party services. It’s better to disable all the third-party services from the background and perform a clean boot so that your system feels lightweight & performs better.
- Press the Windows + R keys to open the Run dialog box.
- Now, type msconfig and hit Enter to open System Configuration.
- Go to the Services tab > Enable the Hide all Microsoft services checkbox.
- Click on Disable all > Click on Apply and then OK to save changes.
- Now, go to the Startup tab > Click on Open Task Manager.
- Click on the Startup tab from Task Manager.
- Make sure to click on the particular task which has a higher startup impact.
- Once selected, click on Disable to turn it off. [Do the same steps for each program that has a higher startup impact]
- Finally, make sure to restart your computer to apply changes.
8. Transfer Game to HDD
Some of the affected players have mentioned that transferring the installed game directory to a hard disk drive fixed the issue. Initially, they installed the FIFA 22 game on an SSD (Solid State Drive) which loads the game faster but can cause issues with the launching sequence.
9. Skip Playing FIFA 22 via EA Desktop App
Multiple players did try to play FIFA 22 with the EA Desktop application but somehow the game isn’t launching properly or crashes in most cases. So, you should skip playing FIFA 22 via the EA Desktop app.
10. Reinstall FIFA 22
If none of the methods worked for you, make sure to uninstall and reinstall FIFA 22 game on the PC to ensure there is no conflict with the game files. Problematic installed game files can eventually trigger several issues with the launching. To do so:
For Steam:
- Press the Windows logo key on the keyboard to open the Start menu.
- Now, type Control Panel and search for it > Click on it from the result.
- Click on Uninstall a program > Search for FIFA 22 game from the list.
- Click on the game > Select Uninstall.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation process.
- Once done, reboot the PC to apply changes.
- Then open the Steam client > Search for FIFA 22 and install the game again on the different drive.
- You’re done. Enjoy!
For Origin:
- Open the Origin client > Go to the My Game Library.
- Locate and right-click on FIFA 22 > Click on Uninstall.
- Wait for the uninstallation process to be completed.
- Once done, reboot the PC to apply changes.
- Next, go to My Game Library again > Log into the same account.
- Finally, reinstall the FIFA 22 game properly on a different drive.
That’s it, guys. We assume this guide was helpful to you. For further queries, you can comment below.
