How to Fix Marvel Rivals Not Launching on PC?

Marvel Rivals often fails to launch due to a lack of permissions and issues with the launcher. However, we’ve identified several other causes as well, such as enabled HDR mode, corrupted game files, and an outdated graphics driver.

Quick tip: If you’re launching the game from Steam or Epic Games, try starting it directly from the executable file by navigating to the game’s installation directory. This can solve the issue by bypassing compatibility problems with the launcher, preventing the game from starting.

Now that you understand the causes, let’s explore the solutions to this issue.

1. Run Steam or Epic Games as an Administrator

Closing Steam or Epic Games and then running it as an administrator allows the application to access the necessary files for proper functionality. Additionally, it eliminates interference from antivirus programs that may be blocking Marvel Rivals from launching correctly.

1. Simply right-click on Steam or Epic Games and select Run as administrator.
   
2. Try launching the game to see whether it opens.

2. Change the Platform or Launcher

Since launcher issues often prevent Marvel Rivals from launching, switching to Steam or Epic Games may be the best solution. This approach can bypass the issues, allowing Marvel Rivals to launch correctly.

3. Turn Off HDR

Games sometimes struggle to launch due to compatibility issues between the game’s settings and the display settings, especially when HDR is enabled on systems with older hardware. Disabling HDR ensures the game launches with standard display settings, promoting stability and improving performance.

Once the game has launched, you can go back to the display settings and re-enable HDR.

1. Right-click on the Desktop and select Display Settings.
   
2. If you have multiple monitors, choose your main one.
3. Under Brightness and Color, select the HDR option and disable it.
   
4. Once done, launch the game.
5. If the issue is resolved, go back to the display settings and turn HDR back on.

4. Verify Game Files

Verifying the game files restores corrupted files in the game’s installation directory. This method replaces corrupted files by downloading fresh ones from the server.

1. Open the launcher, whether it is Steam or Epic Games.
2. Steam: Go to Library, right-click on Marvel Rivals, and select Properties.
   
3. Epic Games: Locate Marvel Rivals, click the three dots, and select Verify from the list of options.
4. Steam: Select the Installed Files and click Verify the integrity of game files.
   
5. Once done, try launching the game to check if the issue is resolved.

5. Update Graphics Driver

An outdated GPU driver can cause crashes or prevent launching due to missing or incompatible functions needed by the game. Updating the GPU driver ensures compatibility with the game and optimizes performance by fixing bugs. Therefore, updating the GPU driver is recommended before trying anything else.

1. To update the GPU driver, open the GPU vendor’s application such as GeForce Experience or AMD Radeon Software.
2. Navigate to the Driver’s Section from the top.
3. Click Check For updates; if a new driver is found, download and install it.
   
4. Restart your computer and try launching the game again.

In the end, if the issue persists, you can try reinstalling the game. Reinstalling the game will not only restore corrupted files but can also bypass launcher issues if you choose to switch to Steam or Epic Games.