ARK Survival Ascended is a popular open-world survival game that immerses players in a prehistoric world filled with dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures.
However, like any game, ARK Survival Ascended is not immune to issues and errors.
One common issue that players have reported is the game not starting or not launching.
This can be frustrating, especially if you’ve been looking forward to playing the game.
In this blog post, we’ll explore some possible causes of ARK Survival Ascended not starting or not launching and provide step-by-step solutions to help you get the game running again.
How To Fix ARK Survival Ascended Won’t Start OR Not Launching
1. Check For Updates
Make sure that ARK Survival Ascended is up to date. Outdated software can cause compatibility issues with your system.
To check for updates, open Steam and go to your library. Right-click on ARK Survival Ascended and select “Properties”.
Then, go to the “Local Files” tab and click on “Verify Integrity of Game Files”.
Steam will check for any missing or corrupted files and replace them if necessary.
2. Check System Requirements
Make sure that your system meets the minimum requirements to run ARK Survival Ascended.
The minimum requirements are listed on the game’s Steam page.
If your system does not meet the minimum requirements, you may need to upgrade your hardware or software.
3. Disable Antivirus Software
It’s possible that your antivirus software is blocking ARK Survival Ascended from launching.
Try disabling your antivirus software temporarily and see if the game launches.
If the game launches after disabling your antivirus software, you may need to add an exception for ARK Survival Ascended in your antivirus software settings.
4. Update Graphics Card Drivers
Outdated or corrupted graphics card drivers can cause issues with launching games. Make sure that you have the latest graphics card drivers installed.
You can check for updates by going to your graphics card manufacturer’s website and downloading the latest drivers for your specific graphics card model.
5. Run As Administrator
It’s possible that ARK Survival Ascended doesn’t have the necessary permissions to launch properly.
Try running the game as an administrator by right-clicking on the game’s shortcut and selecting “Run as administrator”.
Then, try launching the game and see if the issue is resolved.
6. Reinstall The Game
If none of the above solutions work, try reinstalling ARK Survival Ascended.
First, uninstall the game by going to your Steam library, right-clicking on the game, and selecting “Uninstall”.
Then, delete any remaining game files from your computer. Finally, reinstall the game by downloading it from your Steam library and try launching the game again.