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Learn how you can fix the crashing issue in Stalker 2 on PC after installing the update 1.0.1, with a few simple steps.
Stalker 2 recently got its first major title update, version 1.0.1. Although the game received universal praise from players and critics alike, for its survival gameplay and open-world exploration, it faced criticism for the lack of technical polish. With the first major title update, developer GSC Game World aimed to tackle a majority of those reported technical issues across PC and Xbox Series X|S.
While the patch did make noticeable improvements in terms of performance, it also brought in new issues. Following the 1.0.1 update, many players on PC are facing constant crashes right before the shader compilation step.
These crashes not only interrupt the shader compilation but also render the game unplayable for many players on PC. Thankfully, there’s a simple fix to remedy this issue. Here’s how you can fix the crashing issue in Stalker 2 after installing the 1.0.1 update.
Possible Fix for Crashing Issue in Stalker 2 1.0.1
The primary reason for the crashing issue in Stalker 2, after the latest update, is a corrupted installation. Given the game’s enormous file size i.e. 150 GB, installing an update always comes with the risk of breaking (or corrupting) a string of files. Moreover, game files are prone to corruption if the download or installation is interrupted.
If you pause a download or restart Steam, while a game is updating or installing, it can often result in some files getting corrupted. Thankfully, Steam has a very effective contingency in place against such situations. The Game File Verification tool on Steam is incredibly useful in troubleshooting such issues.
Furthermore, using the File Verification tool is incredibly easy, even for someone who might not be particularly tech-savvy. You essentially have to locate the game (Stalker 2) on your Steam library, go to properties, and from there simply run the File Verification tool.
The Game File Verification tool scans the game’s installation directory, looks for any corrupted or missing files, and replaces them without necessitating a full re-install. This not only saves you the hassle of uninstalling and redownloading the game but also the time you will be wasting while doing so.
Here’s how you can use Steam’s Game File Verification tool:
- Launch Steam > Click on Library.
- Right-click on Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl from the list of games in your Steam library.
- Click on Properties > Local Files.
- Click on Verify Integrity of Game Files.
- Wait for the files to get checked.
- Once done, launch the game.
The whole process takes roughly 5-10 minutes, depending on the game’s file size, your CPU, and storage bandwidth. It’s also highly recommended to run the File Verification tool after every update.
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