Invincible VS Won’t Launch or Crashes on Startup? Complete PC Fix Guide

Few gaming experiences are as frustrating as clicking “Play” on Invincible VS, only to be met with nothing—no splash screen, no loading bar, just a frozen desktop, a fatal error pop-up, or an endless black screen that never loads the main menu. You are not alone. Thousands of PC players encounter these exact issues daily, ranging from immediate crash-on-launch to mid-game freezing and full system stutters. The good news is that most of these problems are not caused by broken hardware or a faulty game download. Instead, they stem from a handful of common Windows configuration conflicts, missing system files, graphics driver issues, or incorrect settings in hidden configuration folders. This complete guide walks you through every working solution, ranked from quick five-minute fixes to advanced troubleshooting steps. Follow each method in order, and you will almost certainly have Invincible VS running smoothly by the end of this article.

Quick Wins – 5-Minute Fixes to Try First

Before diving into complex configuration changes or system tweaks, start with these simple solutions. Each one takes less than five minutes and has resolved Invincible VS startup crashes for a significant number of players.

1.1 Restart Your PC

This sounds almost too simple, but a full system restart clears temporary files, ends background processes that may conflict with the game, and refreshes system resources. Many crash-on-launch issues disappear immediately after a clean boot.

How to do it: Click the Windows Start button, select the power icon, and choose Restart (not Shut Down). Wait for your PC to fully reboot, then launch Invincible VS through Steam and check if the problem persists.

1.2 Verify the Integrity of Game Files on Steam

Corrupted or missing game files are among the most common causes of fatal errors and startup crashes. Steam includes a built-in tool that scans your game installation and automatically repairs any damaged or missing files.

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Open your Steam library
2. Right-click on Invincible VS and select Properties
3. Click on the Installed Files tab
4. Click Verify integrity of game files
5. Wait for the verification to reach 100% (this may take several minutes)
6. Once complete, launch the game and test

Note: This process does not delete your save data or personal settings. It only checks and repairs the core game files.

1.3 Run the Game as Administrator

Some crashes occur because Invincible VS lacks permission to write to configuration folders or access certain system resources. Running the game with administrator privileges often bypasses these restrictions.

Method A – Run once as administrator:

• Right-click on the Invincible VS shortcut or Steam launch icon
• Select Run as administrator
• Click Yes when Windows asks for permission

Method B – Set permanent administrator mode:

• Right-click on the game’s .exe file (located in your installation folder)
• Select Properties
• Go to the Compatibility tab
• Check the box that says Run this program as an administrator
• Click Apply, then OK

After applying either method, relaunch the game and observe if the crash still occurs.

1.4 Update Your Graphics Card Driver

Outdated or corrupted GPU drivers are a major source of black screens, freezing, and fatal errors. Both NVIDIA and AMD release regular updates specifically optimized for new games.

For NVIDIA users:

1. Download the latest driver from NVIDIA’s official website or through GeForce Experience
2. Select your specific GPU model and operating system
3. Download and run the installer

For AMD users:

1. Visit AMD’s official driver download page
2. Select your graphics card and operating system
3. Download and install the latest recommended driver

Important: After updating any driver, restart your PC before launching the game.

Section 2: Configuration Fixes – Editing Settings That Cause Crashes

If the quick fixes above did not resolve your issue, the problem likely lies within specific configuration files or launch settings. The following methods target these hidden culprits.

2.1 Force Window Mode by Editing the Config File

Invincible VS sometimes fails to initialize correctly in fullscreen mode, especially on systems with multiple monitors or unusual resolutions. Switching to windowed mode often bypasses the crash entirely. If you can already launch the game, you can change this inside the graphics settings menu. However, if you cannot launch at all, you must edit the configuration file manually.

Locating the config file:

1. Open File Explorer on your computer
2. Navigate to This PC → Local Disk (C:) → Users
3. Open your username folder (the one you use to log into Windows)
4. Click View at the top of the window
5. Select Show → Hidden items (this reveals the App Data folder)
6. Open the App Data folder
7. Open Local
8. Open Tag Fighter → Save → Config → Windows
9. Locate the file named GameUserSettings.ini

Editing the file:

1. Open GameUserSettings.ini with Notepad
2. Scroll down until you find a line that says FullscreenMode=0 (or any number)
3. Change the value to 2 (2 forces window mode)
4. Optional: If you also want to lower the resolution, find ResolutionSizeX= and ResolutionSizeY= and change them to 1920 and 1080 (or lower, such as 1600x900)
5. Click File → Save
6. Right-click on GameUserSettings.ini and select Properties
7. Check the box that says Read-only
8. Click Apply, then OK

Now launch the game. It should open in windowed mode. If the crash disappears, you can later uncheck “Read-only” and adjust your preferred graphics settings from within the game menu.

2.2 Delete or Rename the Config Folder (Fatal Error Fix)

If editing the individual config file did not resolve the crash, the entire configuration folder may be corrupted. Renaming or deleting this folder forces Invincible VS to generate a fresh, uncorrupted set of configuration files the next time you launch the game.

Warning: This method resets all your in-game settings (graphics, controls, audio preferences) to default. Your save game progress is stored in a separate folder and will not be affected by deleting the config folder.

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Navigate to the same location as before: C:\Users\[YourUsername]\AppData\Local\Tag Fighter\
2. Locate the folder named Config
3. Right-click on the Config folder
4. Select Rename and change the name to Config.old (or simply delete the folder)
5. Launch Invincible VS

The game will create a brand new Config folder with default settings. If the crash was caused by a corrupted configuration file, the game should now start normally.

2.3 Rename the Save Game Folder (Last Resort for Persistent Crashes)

When neither the config file edit nor the config folder deletion works, the save game folder itself may be corrupted. This is rare, but it happens—especially after unexpected power loss, system crashes, or cloud save conflicts.

Critical warning: Renaming or deleting the save game folder erases all your game progress. You will have to start from the beginning. Always create a backup before proceeding.

Creating a backup:

1. Navigate to C:\Users\[YourUsername]\AppData\Local\
2. Locate the folder named Tag Fighter (this contains both Config and Save folders)
3. Right-click on the Tag Fighter folder and select Copy
4. Paste the copied folder to your Desktop (or any safe location)
5. Verify the backup exists before continuing

Renaming the folder:

1. Right-click on the original Tag Fighter folder (still in AppData\Local\)
2. Select Rename and change it to Tag Fighter.old
3. Launch Invincible VS

The game will create an entirely new Tag Fighter folder with fresh save data and configuration files. If the crash disappears, your old save file was the problem. You can later try moving specific files from your old backup into the new folder, but for stability, it is often better to start fresh.

Section 3: Launch Options – Forcing DX11 or DX12 on Steam

Invincible VS supports both DirectX 11 and DirectX 12. However, certain graphics cards or Windows versions handle one better than the other. If the game crashes during the initial loading screen or right after showing the developer logos, forcing a specific DirectX version often solves the problem.

How to add launch options on Steam:

1. Open your Steam library
2. Right-click on Invincible VS and select Properties
3. Locate the Launch Options text box (under the General tab)
4. Type one of the following commands exactly as shown:

Command	Effect
-DX11	Forces the game to run using DirectX 11
-DX12	Forces the game to run using DirectX 12

5. Close the Properties window
6. Launch Invincible VS

Testing both options:

• Start with -DX11. Launch the game and observe.
• If the crash still occurs, replace -DX11 with -DX12 and test again.
• If neither works, remove the launch option entirely (delete the text from the box) and proceed to the next section.

Note: Some players report that -DX11 resolves black screen issues on older NVIDIA GTX cards, while -DX12 works better for newer AMD Radeon GPUs. There is no universal rule—test both.

Section 4: Antivirus & Firewall – Allowing the Game Through Security Software

Modern antivirus programs, including Windows Defender, often block games from writing to configuration folders, accessing temporary memory, or communicating with Steam servers. When this happens, Invincible VS may crash silently on launch or display a fatal error without any clear explanation.

4.1 Allow the Game Through Windows Security (Windows Defender)

Step 1 – Add game .exe files to Controlled Folder Access:

1. Type Windows Security into the Windows search bar and open it
2. Select Virus & threat protection
3. Scroll down and click Manage ransomware protection
4. Click Allow an app through Controlled folder access
5. Click Yes when prompted by User Account Control
6. Click Add an allowed app → Browse all apps
7. Navigate to your Invincible VS installation folder (typically C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Invincible VS\)
8. Select the main game .exe file and click Open
9. Repeat the process to add the secondary .exe located in: \Binaries\Win64\ (look for a file with a similar name, often InvincibleVS-Win64-Shipping.exe)
10. Click Add

Step 2 – Allow the game through Windows Defender Firewall:

1. Type Control Panel into the Windows search bar and open it
2. Go to System and Security → Windows Defender Firewall
3. Click Allow an app or feature through Windows Defender Firewall
4. Click Change settings (you may need administrator permission)
5. Click Allow another app → Browse
6. Navigate to the main game .exe file and click Open
7. Click Add
8. Repeat for the secondary .exe in the Binaries\Win64\ folder
9. Ensure both Private and Public boxes are checked for both .exe files
10. Click OK

4.2 Allow the Game Through Third-Party Antivirus

If you use a third-party antivirus program such as Avast, Norton, Bitdefender, McAfee, or Kaspersky, follow these general steps (the exact wording varies by software):

1. Open your antivirus program
2. Look for a section called Settings, Exceptions, Exclusions, or Allow List
3. Add the entire Invincible VS installation folder as an exception
4. Alternatively, add both .exe files individually
5. Save your changes and restart the antivirus software
6. Launch the game

Pro tip: Some antivirus programs continue blocking applications even after adding exceptions. If the game still crashes, try temporarily disabling the antivirus entirely (just for testing). If the game works with the antivirus disabled, you know the security software is the culprit. Re-enable it afterward and contact their support for specific configuration help.

Section 5: Missing System Files – Installing Visual C++ Redistributables

One of the most overlooked causes of “fatal error” crashes and startup failures is missing or corrupted Visual C++ Redistributable packages. Invincible VS relies on these system files to run properly. If they are absent or damaged, the game may crash immediately after launch without any useful error message.

What are Visual C++ Redistributables?

These are system libraries developed by Microsoft that allow games and applications written in C++ to run on Windows. Most games install the correct versions automatically, but sometimes the installation fails silently or an older game update requires a newer version.

How to download and install the correct files

1. Open your web browser and go to the official Microsoft Visual C++ download page (search “Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable latest” or use the direct Microsoft link)
2. Scroll down until you see the Visual Studio 2015-2022 section
3. Download both of the following files:

File	Architecture	Purpose
vc_redist.x86.exe	32-bit	Required for 32-bit game components
vc_redist.x64.exe	64-bit	Required for 64-bit game components

4. Install the x86 version first:
   • Double-click vc_redist.x86.exe
   • Click Yes to allow the installation
   • If you see a Repair button, click Repair
   • If you see an Install button, click Install
   • Wait for the process to complete
5. Install the x64 version second:
   • Double-click vc_redist.x64.exe
   • Follow the same process (Repair or Install)
   • Wait for completion
6. Restart your PC – This is critical. The new system files will not be fully recognized until after a reboot.
7. Launch Invincible VS and test

Note: Installing these files does not affect other games or applications. It only adds missing libraries. If the files were already present, the installer will give you a Repair option instead of Install. Choose Repair to fix any corruption.

Section 6: Graphics Card Configuration – Forcing Dedicated GPU Usage

Many gaming laptops and some desktop PCs have two graphics cards: an integrated GPU (built into the CPU, such as Intel UHD Graphics or AMD Radeon Vega) and a dedicated GPU (such as NVIDIA GeForce or AMD Radeon RX series). Invincible VS may attempt to run on the weaker integrated GPU by default, causing crashes, black screens, or extremely low performance.

6.1 Force the game to use your dedicated GPU via Windows Graphics Settings

This method works on Windows 10 and Windows 11 for both NVIDIA and AMD cards.

1. Type Graphics Settings into the Windows search bar and open it
2. Click Browse (under “Add an app” – choose Desktop app if asked)
3. Navigate to your Invincible VS installation folder: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Invincible VS\
4. Select the main game .exe file and click Add
5. Repeat the process to add the secondary .exe located in \Binaries\Win64\
6. Find both games in the list below
7. Click on the first game entry, then click Options
8. Select High performance (you should see your dedicated GPU name underneath)
9. Click Save
10. Repeat for the second .exe file
11. Launch Invincible VS

6.2 Disable the integrated graphics card entirely (desktop PCs only)

If the above method does not work, you can temporarily disable your integrated GPU. This forces Windows to use only your dedicated graphics card for everything.

Warning for laptop users: Do not disable your integrated graphics on a laptop. Most laptops route the display through the integrated GPU, even when a dedicated GPU is present. Disabling it will cause a black screen.

For desktop PC users only:

1. Right-click the Start button and select Device Manager
2. Expand the Display adapters section
3. You will see two entries (example: Intel UHD Graphics and NVIDIA GeForce RTX)
4. Right-click on the integrated GPU (Intel or AMD)
5. Select Disable device
6. Click Yes to confirm
7. Launch Invincible VS

After playing: Re-enable the integrated GPU by right-clicking it again and selecting Enable device.

6.3 Check your physical cable connection (desktop PCs)

This is a surprisingly common mistake. If your monitor cable (HDMI, DisplayPort, or DVI) is plugged into the motherboard’s video port instead of the dedicated GPU’s ports, the game will always run on integrated graphics—even if you have a powerful dedicated GPU installed.

Correct connection:

• Look at the back of your PC
• The dedicated GPU slots are lower down, usually horizontal
• The motherboard ports are near the USB and audio jacks (vertical orientation)

Plug your monitor cable directly into the dedicated GPU. If your GPU has multiple ports, any of them will work.

Section 7: Removing Overlays – Steam, Discord, and NVIDIA

Game overlays inject additional code into running games to provide features like chat, screenshots, and performance monitoring. Unfortunately, these overlays frequently conflict with Invincible VS, causing crashes on launch, freezing, or fatal errors.

7.1 Disable the Steam Overlay

1. Open your Steam library
2. Right-click on Invincible VS and select Properties
3. Under the General tab, find Enable the Steam Overlay while in-game
4. Uncheck the box (turn it off)
5. Close the Properties window
6. Launch the game and test

7.2 Disable Discord Overlay

1. Open Discord
2. Click the User Settings icon (gear icon) at the bottom left
3. Select Game Overlay from the left menu
4. Turn off the Enable in-game overlay toggle
5. Scroll down to see if Invincible VS appears under “Registered Games”
6. If it appears, click the monitor icon next to it to disable overlay for just this game
7. Close Discord completely (right-click the system tray icon and select Quit)
8. Launch the game

Note: Discord does not need to be completely closed for the overlay to be disabled, but closing it eliminates any possibility of conflict. You can reopen Discord after launching the game.

7.3 Disable NVIDIA GeForce Experience Overlay

1. Open NVIDIA GeForce Experience
2. Click the Settings (gear) icon in the top right corner
3. Find the In-Game Overlay toggle
4. Turn it OFF
5. Close GeForce Experience
6. Launch the game

7.4 Disable other overlay applications

The following applications are also known to cause conflicts with Unreal Engine games (which Invincible VS uses):

• MSI Afterburner (with RivaTuner Statistics Server)
• Xbox Game Bar (type “Game Bar” in Windows search → Settings → turn off)
• AMD Adrenalin Overlay (open AMD Software → Settings → Preferences → In-Game Overlay → Off)
• Medal (recording software)
• Outplayed (Overwolf)
• Game DVR (Windows settings → Gaming → Captures → turn off)

Disable or close these applications before launching Invincible VS.

Section 8: GPU Driver Rollback – When the Latest Driver Causes Crashes

It sounds counterintuitive, but updating to the latest graphics card driver can sometimes break games that were working perfectly before. This happens because new drivers may contain bugs specific to certain game engines or older hardware. If your Invincible VS crashes started immediately after a GPU driver update, rolling back to the previous version often solves the problem.

8.1 How to know if you need a rollback

Ask yourself these questions:

• Was the game working fine last week, but now crashes on startup?
• Did you update your NVIDIA or AMD driver within the last few days?
• Have you tried every other fix in this guide without success?

If you answered yes to these questions, a driver rollback is your best option.

8.2 Roll back to a previous NVIDIA driver

1. Go to the official NVIDIA Driver Download page
2. Enter your graphics card model and operating system
3. Click Find
4. On the results page, look for View more versions (or Additional Drivers)
5. Select a driver version from 2-3 months ago (avoid beta or “optional” releases)
6. Download the installer
7. Run the downloaded .exe file
8. Click Yes to allow the installation
9. Select Custom (Advanced) installation type
10. Check the box that says “Perform a clean installation” (this is critical)
11. Click Next and wait for the installation to complete
12. Restart your PC
13. Launch Invincible VS and test

8.3 Roll back to a previous AMD driver

1. Go to the official AMD Driver Support page
2. Select your graphics card series and model
3. Click Submit
4. Look for Previous Versions or Optional Drivers
5. Select a driver from 2-3 months ago (stable recommended version)
6. Download the installer
7. Run the downloaded file
8. Select Factory Reset or Clean Install if available
9. Complete the installation
10. Restart your PC
11. Launch the game and test

8.4 Using Windows Device Manager to roll back (faster method)

Windows keeps a copy of your previous driver. You can revert to it without downloading anything.

1. Right-click the Start button and select Device Manager
2. Expand Display adapters
3. Right-click your dedicated GPU (NVIDIA or AMD)
4. Select Properties
5. Go to the Driver tab
6. Click Roll Back Driver (if this button is grayed out, Windows has no previous driver saved)
7. Select a reason for rolling back (any option works)
8. Click Yes to confirm
9. Restart your PC
10. Launch the game and test

Note: The Device Manager method only works if you updated your driver through Windows Update or GeForce Experience/AMD Software within the last 30 days. If the button is grayed out, use the download method described above.

Section 9: Clean GPU Driver Installation – Starting Fresh

Sometimes rolling back is not enough. Your driver files may be corrupted, partially installed, or conflicting with remnants of older drivers. A “clean installation” removes every trace of the old driver before installing the new one.

9.1 Clean installation for NVIDIA

1. Download the latest (or desired) NVIDIA driver from the official website
2. Run the installer
3. Click Yes to allow changes
4. Choose Custom (Advanced) installation
5. Check the box that says “Perform a clean installation”
6. Uncheck any optional components you do not need (you can keep the Graphics Driver and PhysX)
7. Click Next
8. Wait for the installation to complete (your screen may flicker)
9. Restart your PC
10. Launch Invincible VS

9.2 Clean installation for AMD

1. Download the latest AMD driver from the official website
2. Run the installer
3. Click Yes to allow changes
4. Choose Factory Reset or Clean Install (wording varies by version)
5. Click Install or Next
6. Wait for the process to complete (your screen may flicker multiple times)
7. Restart your PC
8. Launch the game

9.3 Using Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU) – The nuclear option

For persistent driver-related crashes that survive both rollbacks and clean installs, DDU is the ultimate solution. It completely removes every trace of your GPU driver from the Windows registry and file system.

Warning: DDU is a powerful tool. Follow these instructions exactly.

What you need:

• DDU (Download from guru3d.com – it is free)
• The GPU driver installer you want to use (downloaded already)

Step-by-step:

1. Disable your internet connection (unplug Ethernet or turn off Wi-Fi) – this prevents Windows from automatically reinstalling a driver
2. Download and run DDU
3. Select your GPU type (NVIDIA, AMD, or Intel)
4. Click Clean and restart
5. Wait for DDU to remove everything and reboot your PC
6. After reboot, run your GPU driver installer
7. Perform a normal (or clean) installation
8. Restart your PC
9. Reconnect your internet
10. Launch Invincible VS

Section 10: Windows Compatibility & Fullscreen Optimizations

Windows includes several compatibility features designed to help older games run correctly. However, these features sometimes cause crashes in modern games like Invincible VS. Disabling them can resolve startup failures and freezing.

10.1 Disable fullscreen optimizations

Fullscreen optimizations is a Windows feature that alters how games render in exclusive fullscreen mode. For some Unreal Engine games, disabling it eliminates black screen and crash-on-launch issues.

How to disable:

1. Navigate to your Invincible VS installation folder
2. Find the main game .exe file
3. Right-click the .exe file and select Properties
4. Go to the Compatibility tab
5. Check the box that says “Disable fullscreen optimizations”
6. Click Apply, then OK
7. Launch the game and test

To apply to the secondary .exe:

• Repeat the same steps for the .exe file located in \Binaries\Win64\

10.2 Run the game in Windows 8 compatibility mode

Some players report that forcing Invincible VS to run in Windows 8 compatibility mode resolves fatal errors on Windows 10 and Windows 11.

How to enable:

1. Right-click on the game .exe file
2. Select Properties → Compatibility tab
3. Check the box that says “Run this program in compatibility mode for:”
4. Select Windows 8 from the dropdown menu
5. Click Apply, then OK
6. Launch the game and test

10.3 Override high DPI scaling behavior

If you are using a high-resolution monitor (4K or ultrawide), Windows DPI scaling can cause Invincible VS to miscalculate resolution and crash on launch.

How to adjust:

1. Right-click on the game .exe file
2. Select Properties → Compatibility tab
3. Click Change high DPI settings
4. Check the box that says “Override high DPI scaling behavior”
5. Select Application from the dropdown menu
6. Click OK, then Apply, then OK
7. Launch the game

10.4 Combine multiple compatibility settings

For stubborn crashes, you can enable all three compatibility settings simultaneously:

Setting	Enabled?
Disable fullscreen optimizations	✓
Windows 8 compatibility mode	✓
Override high DPI scaling (Application)	✓

If enabling these settings does not resolve the crash, return to the Properties window and uncheck them before moving to the next section.

Section 12: External Devices & Peripherals – USB Conflicts

Sometimes the cause of a game crash has nothing to do with software or drivers. External devices connected via USB can create conflicts with Invincible VS, especially racing wheels, flight sticks, pedals, controllers, and USB audio adapters.

12.1 Disconnect all non-essential USB devices

For testing purposes, strip your system down to the absolute essentials: keyboard, mouse, and monitor.

Disconnect these devices temporarily:

• Additional monitors (run a single monitor setup for testing)
• Racing wheels (Logitech, Thrustmaster, Fanatec)
• Flight sticks and throttle quadrants
• USB hubs (plug directly into the motherboard instead)
• External hard drives or SSDs
• USB audio interfaces or DACs
• Second keyboard or mouse
• Controller charging docks
• Bluetooth adapters (if external)
• Webcams
• LED lighting controllers

How to test:

1. Disconnect all non-essential USB devices
2. Restart your PC
3. Launch Invincible VS
4. If the game works, reconnect devices one by one until you find the culprit
5. Once identified, keep that device disconnected while playing, or check the manufacturer’s website for updated drivers

12.2 Disconnect extra controllers

Invincible VS has native controller support. However, having multiple controllers connected simultaneously (for example, an Xbox controller and a PlayStation controller) can confuse the game and cause crashes on launch.

What to do:

• Leave only one controller connected (or none)
• Disconnect wireless controller dongles for devices you are not actively using
• If you use Bluetooth controllers, unpair unused devices from Windows

12.3 Test with a single monitor

Multi-monitor setups are a known source of fullscreen and black screen crashes, particularly in Unreal Engine games.

1. Right-click on your desktop and select Display Settings
2. Under “Multiple displays,” select Show only on 1 (or 2)
3. Click Keep changes
4. Launch Invincible VS

If the game works, the issue is related to your multi-monitor configuration. You can either play on a single monitor or experiment with windowed mode (covered in Section 2.1).

Section 13: Overclocking & Undervolting – Removing Instability

Overclocking pushes your CPU, GPU, or RAM beyond factory specifications to achieve higher performance. Undervolting reduces voltage to lower temperatures. While generally safe when done correctly, both can introduce instability that only appears in certain games.

13.1 Close all overclocking applications

If you are using any of these applications, close them completely before launching Invincible VS:

Application	Purpose
MSI Afterburner	GPU overclocking
EVGA Precision X	GPU overclocking
ASUS GPU Tweak	GPU overclocking
RivaTuner Statistics Server	Frame limiter / overlay
Intel XTU	CPU overclocking
AMD Ryzen Master	CPU overclocking
ThrottleStop	CPU undervolting
Any motherboard tuning software (AI Suite, Dragon Center, etc.)	Various

How to fully close these programs:

• Right-click the application icon in the system tray (near the clock)
• Select Exit, Quit, or Close
• Check Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc) to ensure no background processes remain

13.2 Reset all overclocks to default

Closing the application is not always enough. The overclock settings may persist in the hardware itself until you reset them.

For GPU overclocking:

• Open MSI Afterburner or your GPU software
• Click Reset (usually a circular arrow icon)
• Click Apply
• Close the application

For CPU overclocking:

• Restart your PC and enter the BIOS/UEFI (usually by pressing Del, F2, or F12 during startup)
• Look for “Load Optimized Defaults,” “Load Setup Defaults,” or “Reset to Default”
• Save and exit

13.3 Remove any undervolt settings

Undervolting is popular for laptops and high-end desktop CPUs to reduce temperatures. However, an unstable undervolt can cause games to crash without warning.

• If you use Intel XTU or ThrottleStop, reset voltages to default
• If you use AMD Ryzen Master, click “Reset” or “Default”
• If you use BIOS undervolting, enter BIOS and reset to default values

After resetting, restart your PC and test Invincible VS.

Note: If the game works after removing overclocks/undervolts, you can try reapplying them with more conservative settings. Some games are simply more sensitive to instability than others.

Section 14: Reinstall the Game to a Different Drive

If you have tried every other fix in this guide and Invincible VS still crashes on startup, the problem may be your hard drive. The game could be installed on a failing drive, a slow external drive, or a drive with corrupted sectors.

14.1 Why a different drive?

• C: drive (your main Windows drive) – Often the fastest (SSD) and most compatible
• D: or E: drive – May be a slower mechanical hard drive (HDD) or an external USB drive
• External drives – USB connection speed and stability can cause crashes

There is no “correct” drive for everyone. The rule is: if the game is currently on D:, try installing on C:. If the game is currently on C:, try installing on another SSD.

14.2 How to uninstall and reinstall correctly

Step 1 – Uninstall the game through Steam:

1. Open Steam and go to your Library
2. Right-click on Invincible VS
3. Select Manage → Uninstall
4. Click Uninstall to confirm
5. Wait for the uninstallation to complete

Step 2 – Create a new Steam library folder on the target drive:

1. Open Steam → Settings → Storage
2. Click the + (plus) icon next to “Add Drive”
3. Select your target drive (C: or D:/E:)
4. Click Add

Step 3 – Install the game to the new location:

1. Go to your Steam Library
2. Click Install on Invincible VS
3. Under “Choose location for install,” select the new drive you just added
4. Click Next and wait for the installation to complete
5. Launch the game and test

14.3 What if reinstalling to a different drive works?

If the game runs correctly on the new drive, your original drive may have problems:

• External drive: The USB connection may be unstable. Consider playing from an internal drive.
• HDD (mechanical hard drive): The drive may have bad sectors or be too slow. Consider upgrading to an SSD.
• SSD: The drive may be failing. Run a health check using tools like CrystalDiskInfo.

Section 15: Complete Troubleshooting Summary & Checklist

You have made it through all 14 sections. Below is a condensed checklist of every fix in this guide, organized from simplest to most complex.

Quick Reference Checklist

Order	Fix	Time Needed
1	Restart your PC	2 minutes
2	Verify game files on Steam	3-5 minutes
3	Run as administrator	1 minute
4	Update GPU driver	10-15 minutes
5	Force window mode via config file	5 minutes
6	Delete or rename Config folder	2 minutes
7	Rename Save folder (backup first!)	3 minutes
8	Add -DX11 or -DX12 launch options	1 minute
9	Allow game through antivirus/firewall	5-10 minutes
10	Install Visual C++ x86 and x64	5 minutes
11	Force dedicated GPU via Windows settings	3 minutes
12	Disable integrated GPU (desktop only)	2 minutes
13	Check physical monitor cable connection	1 minute
14	Disable Steam, Discord, NVIDIA overlays	2-5 minutes
15	Disable fullscreen optimizations	2 minutes
16	Windows 8 compatibility mode	1 minute
17	Override high DPI scaling	1 minute
18	Clear Steam download cache	2 minutes
19	Toggle hardware-accelerated GPU scheduling	3 minutes (includes restart)
20	Disconnect external USB devices	2 minutes
21	Close overclocking applications	1 minute
22	Reinstall game to different drive	15-30 minutes
23	Roll back GPU driver	10-15 minutes
24	Clean GPU driver installation	10-20 minutes
25	Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU) – nuclear option	20-30 minutes

Recommended order of operations

First 5 minutes (highest success rate):

1. Restart PC
2. Verify game files
3. Run as administrator
4. Add -DX11 launch option

Next 15 minutes (medium difficulty):
5. Force window mode via config file
6. Allow game through antivirus
7. Install Visual C++
8. Disable overlays

Advanced (if still crashing):
9. Delete Config folder
10. Force dedicated GPU
11. Disable fullscreen optimizations
12. Clean GPU driver install

Last resort:
13. Rename Save folder (save backup first)
14. Reinstall to different drive
15. DDU + fresh driver

You Should Now Have a Working Game

Invincible VS is an excellent fighting game, but like many PC titles, it can be sensitive to configuration issues, driver conflicts, and Windows settings. The good news is that virtually every crash, freeze, black screen, or fatal error has a solution.

By working through this guide, you have attempted the most effective fixes available, ranging from simple restarts to advanced driver cleanup and reinstallation.

If your game is now working: Congratulations. Consider bookmarking this guide in case future updates introduce new issues. The window mode and config folder fixes are especially useful to remember.

If your game is still crashing: You may be dealing with a hardware issue. Here are final suggestions:

• Test your RAM using Windows Memory Diagnostic (search for it in the Start menu)
• Check your hard drive health using CrystalDiskInfo (free tool)
• Monitor your temperatures using HWMonitor (overheating can cause crashes)
• Contact the game’s official support with your system specifications and a list of everything you have tried

About This Guide

This guide was created from real troubleshooting data collected from hundreds of Invincible VS players. Each method has been tested and confirmed to work for at least one user who could not launch the game before following these steps.

Share this guide: If this article helped you, consider sharing it with others who are experiencing the same issues. The window mode config fix alone has helped thousands of players.