While stuttering in games has long been a problem, Battlefield 3 not launching from Steam or other gaming clients puts users in a pickle. So, let’s find out all about the problem and walk you through the effective fixes.

Why Battlefield 3 won’t start on Windows 10?

Here are a few reasons you might be experiencing the problem:

Minimum system requirement not met: The first thing you must check when the game won’t launch or Battlefield 3 menu is not showing is whether the computer matches the system requirements for Battlefields 3. Though very minimal, these can still be a problem for some. Outdated graphics driver: An outdated driver, especially one for the graphics adapter, can lead to issues while running games. Corrupt game files: When unable to launch a game, there’s a high likelihood that a part of the game files is corrupt or missing.

What can I do if Battlefield 3 is not launching on Windows 10?

Before we start with the slightly complex changes, here are a few quick tricks that might work:

Change the auto-generated username to something simpler. Switch to another browser, say Opera GX, Chrome, Edge, or Firefox. Launch Battlefield 3 from Origin Reset the password when logging into Battlelog. This is a recent bug, and until a patch is released, try changing the password every time you log in. Make sure you have installed Origin on the boot drive, usually the C: drive. In case you are facing issues joining a server, check for slow Internet speed.

If none work, move to the fixes listed next.

1. Set the game and client to run as administrator

Once done, verify whether Battlefield 3 is still not launching on Windows 10. If that’s the case, head to the next solution.

2. Delete files

You should now be able to launch Battlefield 3 on Windows 10 without it being stuck.

3. Run in compatibility mode

A quick fix when Battlefield 3 is not launching on Windows 10 is to run the game in compatibility mode. Remember, you might have to try a few iterations before things start working.

4. Update the drivers

Drivers play a vital role on the PC, and the graphics driver is all the more important when it comes to gaming. So, make sure you update the graphics driver. In case the OS can’t find one, go ahead and manually install the driver.

4.1 Update Drivers Automatically

Downloading drivers manually is a process that carries the risk of getting the wrong driver installed, which may lead to serious malfunctions in your  PC. Thus, we recommend an alternative tool that will do it for you. The safer and easier way to update drivers on a Windows computer is by using an automatic tool such as DriverFix. The took is an internationally recognized software, and it’s safe (tested on Virus Total). Here’s how to update the drivers automatically: Disclaimer: Some features of this tool are not free.

5. Change Battlelog settings

If BF3 is not launching from Battlelog, these changes should help get things running.

6. Repair game files

6.1 Origin

6.2 Steam

Oftentimes, the game files undergo some corruption, or the critical ones go missing, and, as a result, Battlefield 3 is not launching on Windows 10. Both Steam and Origin offer built-in file repair tools, so you should be able to get rid of the problem in no time.

7. Run Battlefield 3 in Windowed mode

That’s it! If the previous solutions didn’t work, this should help get things up and running if Battlefield 3 was not launching on Windows 10. Also, before you leave, do not forget to check some easy tips to boost Windows’ gaming performance. For any other queries or to share a solution not listed here, comment below.

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