Can’t launch Borderlands 4? The game crashes or shows black screen? There is something you can do

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Just moments ago, Borderlands 4 hit the shelves. Some enthusiasts are still debating which edition suits them best, but the early adopters have already started downloading it. However, it appears that not every player is able to jump into the action immediately. Numerous gamers have been unable to start the game due to different technical hiccups, crashes, and screen freezes among other problems. Let’s explore potential solutions for this predicament.

Potential fixes for the game not launching, crashes and black screen issues

It appears that Borderlands 4 is encountering issues leading to crashes, as evidenced by the continuously growing Steam thread. The game seems to be causing trouble for several players, without a single definitive solution in sight. As such, offering some general troubleshooting strategies could be beneficial for those experiencing problems with the game.

  1. Run the game as administrator. Use an exe file in the local folder.
  2. Restart Steam.
  3. Clear Steam’s download cache (you can do it in the Steam settings, later enter the “Download” section). Keep in mind that you will have to log into the shop afterwards.
  4. Verify files. You can do it by selecting properties of Borderlands 4 in your Steam library and choosing the “Installed Files” tab.
  5. Turn off all in-game overlays.
  6. Update drivers (or go back to the previous version).

I’m hoping that one of the techniques described earlier will prove useful for you, enabling you to play Borderlands 4 either on your own or with companions. Wishing you the best of luck!

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2025-09-11 20:02