Xcom: Enemy Unknown Not Launching Windows 11 ((top)) -

Sometimes the shader cache causes crashes on Windows 11.

Windows 11 may not automatically install the older runtimes required by XCOM. xcom: enemy unknown not launching windows 11

: Manually run the installers found in the game’s _CommonRedist folder within your Steam installation directory. Reset Configuration Files Sometimes the shader cache causes crashes on Windows 11

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Due to the game's age (released in 2012) and the transition to Windows 11, the most common causes for failure are compatibility issues with the DirectX version and new Windows security features.

If the game launches but you see a black screen, or if it crashes upon entering a mission, you may need to manually adjust the graphics settings outside of the game.

XCOM relies on older Microsoft Visual C++ libraries. If you are missing the 2010 or 2012 versions, the game will not launch.