This may be related to corrupt or missing files needed to run the Microsoft Store.
Let us know which one worked for you in the comments area below. Microsoft Store: Clicking Install or Play redirects to the Microsoft Gaming Services app rather than downloading or launching the game. So go to Windows Settings and check for updates. If you want to play Age of Empires IV without any issues, you should keep Windows up to date. You can find the latest drivers for Nvidia, AMD, and Intel:Īudio drivers are also important. GeForce Game Ready driver (Version: 496.49) delivers optimizations and enhancements for Age of Empires 4. Nvidia has already released a new driver. Make sure your graphics drivers are up to date. Click “Verify integrity of game files…” 4.Halo 2 Anniversary Stuck on Load Screen Hey guys, when I try to play. The option to repair game files is currently not available in the Microsoft Store (Xbox app). Halo: Combat Evolved wasnt originally made for the new infrastructure of Windows 10. After that, verify the Age of Empires 4’s files by following the steps of the next method (if on Steam) 3.Also, make sure your game is up to date to avoid unexpected problems. Sometimes compatibility with your operating system can be limited, so make sure you run the game in compatibility mode. Navigate to This PC\Documents\My Games\Age of Empires IV If you can't run Age of Empires 2 on Windows 10, you may need to use a system optimizer.If your AOE4 crashes during gameplay, deleting the configuration file may help fix it. On Global Settings, select High-performance NVIDIA processor as Preferred graphics processor.You can similarly set it up by selecting your preferred video card in the Nvidia Control Panel.
Note: Here’s how to find AoEIV’s file location on Steam: Steam Library > Right-click on Age of Empires IV > Manage > Browse local filesĭefault path “C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Age of Empires IV\RelicCardinal.exe”
Microsoft Store (Game Pass) users: Click Browse > Change the dropdown from Desktop app to Microsoft Store app > Select Age of Empires IV from the second dropdown list > Add > Click Options > Set Graphics preference to High performance > Save