Fix: Thief Simulator 2 Stuck on loading screen on PC
Thief Simulator 2 is the highly anticipated sequel to the original game that was released in 2018. The storyline follows the journey of a new thief who, many...
Abd Razaaq
Last updated on October 5, 2023
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Thief Simulator 2 is the highly anticipated sequel to the original game that was released in 2018. The storyline follows the journey of a new thief who, many years after stealing from a mob, moves away in hopes of a fresh start. This immersive game puts players in the shoes of a skilled thief, allowing them to explore a fascinating world, plan and execute heists, and refine their theft skills. However, some users have reported encountering loading screen issues while launching the game on their PC, which is a common problem faced by PC gamers.
Fix: Thief Simulator 2 is Stuck on the loading screen
Here are some troubleshooting methods to resolve the issue of being stuck on the loading screen while playing the latest Thief Simulator 2. Let’s dive into the guide below.
1. Check-out System Requirements
Before playing the game, check the system requirements to avoid issues with launching and gameplay.
Minimum Requirements:
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS: Windows 7
Processor: Intel Core i3-6100 or equivalent
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVidia GeForce GTX 960 or equivalent
DirectX: Version 10
Storage: 12 GB available space
Sound Card: DirectX compatible
Recommended Requirements:
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS: Windows 10
Processor: Intel Core i5-8400 or equivalent
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVidia GeForce GTX 1070 or equivalent
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 12 GB available space
Sound Card: DirectX compatible
2. Increase Virtual RAM
Virtual memory combines your RAM with temporary space on your hard disk. If you’re running out of RAM and the default size of your virtual memory isn’t large enough for your needs, you’ll need to increase it manually.
Press the Windows logo key on the keyboard and type advanced system settings.
Click on View Advanced System Settings.
Click on Settings > Click on the Advanced tab > Click on Change.
Uncheck the box next to manage paging file size for all drives Automatically.
Select your C: drive [Where you’ve installed Windows] > Click the Options button next to the Custom size and type 4096 in the text box of the Initial size (MB) and Maximum size (MB).
Note: Increasing the virtual memory three times higher than the current RAM size is always better. [1GB=1024MB]
Click on Set and then OK to save changes.
Restart your computer and your game.
3. Properly Place the Storage and RAM in the slot
To fix the issue of Thief Simulator 2 getting stuck on the loading screen, it is recommended that you remove the side panel of your CPU cabinet and unplug the HDD/SSD and RAM components from their slots. Clean the slots and components gently, and then place them back properly. This should help resolve the issue.
4. Update GPU Drivers
If you haven’t updated your graphics driver on Windows, install the latest patch version by following the steps below:
Press Windows + X keys to open the Quick Link Menu.
Now, click on Device Manager from the list > Double-click on Display adapters.
Right-click on the dedicated graphics card that you’re using.
Next, select Update driver > Choose to Search automatically for drivers.
If an update is available, the system will automatically download & install it.
Once done, restart the computer to apply changes immediately.
5. Close Unnecessary Background Tasks
One way to optimize your PC’s performance is to close unnecessary background tasks, preventing additional resource usage. To clear out these tasks:
Press the Ctrl + Shift + Esc keys to open Task Manager.
Click on the Processes tab > Select the task you want to close.
Once selected, click on End Task. Make sure to do the steps for each task individually.
Once done, restart your computer to change effects immediately.
6. Update Thief Simulator 2
If you haven’t updated your Thief Simulator 2 game recently, follow these steps to check for updates and install the latest patch (if available).
Open the Steam client > Go to Library > Click on Thief Simulator 2 from the left pane.
It’ll automatically search for the available update. If there is an update available, make sure to click on Update.
It may take some time to install the update > Once done, close the Steam client.
Finally, reboot your PC to apply changes, and then try launching the game again.
7. Check for Windows Updates
It’s highly likely that your Windows operating system build may become outdated or corrupted over time. If you suspect this to be the case, you can follow the steps below to check for any available updates for your system. If an update is available, it is recommended that you install it as soon as possible. Doing so will ensure that your system has the latest bug fixes and improvements. Here are the steps to check for and install Windows updates:
Press Windows + I keys to open up the Windows Settings menu.
Next, click on Update & Security > Select Check for updates under the Windows Update section.
If there is a feature update available, select Download and install.
Wait for some time until the update gets completed.
Finally, reboot your PC to apply changes immediately.
8. Try Disabling Overlay Apps
It seems that a couple of popular apps do have their own overlay program that can eventually run in the background and cause issues with the gaming performance or even launching issues. You should turn them off to fix the issue by following the steps below:
Launch the Nvidia GeForce Experience app > Head over to Settings.
Click on the General tab > Disable the In-Game Overlay option.
Finally, restart the PC to apply changes and relaunch the Thief Simulator 2 game.
Also, remember that you should always disable some other overlay apps like MSI Afterburner, Rivatuner, RGB software, or any other third-party overlay apps that run in the background.
9. Perform a Clean Boot
Some apps and their services may start automatically while booting the system right away. In that case, those apps or services will use a lot of internet connection and system resources. If you also feel the same, perform a clean boot on your computer to check for the issue. To do that:
Press 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.
The Task Manager interface will open. Here go to the Startup tab.
Then click on the particular task which has a higher startup impact.
Once selected, click on Disable to turn them off from the startup process.
Do the same steps for each program that has a higher startup impact.
Once done, make sure to restart your computer to apply changes.
10. Verify Game Files
If in case, there is an issue with the game files and somehow it gets corrupted or missing then make sure to perform this method to easily check for the issue.
Launch Steam > Click on Library.
Right-click on Thief Simulator 2 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, restart your computer.
I hope this guide helped resolve the Thief Simulator 2 stuck on the loading screen on your PC.
