Critical Error Preventing Launch of VALORANT
Every time I attempt to launch Valorant, I encounter a critical error message that states: "A critical error has occurred and the process must be terminated." The message suggests creating a crash dump to aid developers in troubleshooting the issue, which may take up to 5 minutes. Despite searching for solutions on YouTube and other platforms, I have been unable to resolve this problem. I have already tried updating my system and drivers, running the game as an administrator, reinstalling the game, verifying game files, closing background programs, and temporarily disabling antivirus software. None of these steps have worked. Any guidance or solutions to help me get back into the game would be greatly appreciated.
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Given that you've tried a range of solutions already, it's possible that this issue might be related to Riot Vanguard or specific system configurations. Here are a few additional steps you can try:
1. Check Vanguard:
- Uninstall Riot Vanguard via "Add or Remove Programs".
- Restart your computer.
- Launch VALORANT again, which will reinstall Vanguard.
2. Run System File Checker:
- Open Command Prompt as Administrator.
- Run the command:
sfc /scannow
3. Check for Software Conflicts:
- Ensure no background applications are conflicting by performing a clean boot: Guide here.
4. Check Secure Boot/TPM:
- Ensure that Secure Boot and TPM are correctly enabled in your BIOS settings. Refer to Riot's guide here: Secure Boot/TPM.
5. Submit a Ticket:
- If the issue persists, create a support ticket with Riot for personalized assistance: Submit a Ticket.
These steps should help address potential underlying issues. Good luck!
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