# @troublechute on YouTube

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://youtube.com/watch?v=-i_-WhAZaC0
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/69395632-troublechute-youtube
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- **Posted:** 2026-08-21T22:46:14.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** TroubleChute (@troublechute) — https://gondola.cc/troublechute

## Caption

Trying to play MW4, but can't because it crashes as soon as you click Play, or a few seconds later? This video tackles some of the simplest but most effective solutions to the game not starting or crashing just after.

Latest GPU drivers:
Nvidia: https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/drivers/
Intel: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/products/docs/discrete-gpus/arc/software/drivers.html
AMD: https://www.amd.com/en/support/download/drivers.html

=== MW4 (2026) ===
- FPS Optimization: https://youtu.be/VLqF4fIO23M
- Fix Attestation (Secure Boot/TPM): https://youtu.be/ADwVrbOrZ4Y
- Port Forward MW4: https://youtu.be/_dXO1t7zGyA
- Show FPS/Ping: https://youtu.be/SlKqlN8P8NM
- Fix not launching: https://youtu.be/-i_-WhAZaC0
- Fix 0x00001338: https://youtu.be/7WVXr_R-Wuw

Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro/Explanation
0:16 - Update Windows, Graphics Driver and BIOS
0:46 - Remove reWASD (& related apps)
1:22 - Close apps & Overlays
2:05 - Overclocks & Undervolts
2:28 - Run Steam/BNet or MW4 as Admin
3:39 - Launch arguments
4:20 - Verify files
4:46 - Ransomware protection & Anti-Virus
6:05 - Choose High-Performance GPU
6:48 - Reset MW4 Settings

Questions answered in this video:
Why does MW4 crash as soon as I click Play?
Why is Modern Warfare 4 not launching on PC?
Does reWASD stop MW4 from launching?
How do I run MW4, Steam or Battle.net as administrator?
Which launch arguments should I try when MW4 will not start?
How do I verify MW4 game files?
Can ransomware protection or antivirus block MW4 from starting?
How do I make MW4 use my dedicated GPU instead of the integrated one?
How do I reset MW4 settings back to default?
Can an overclock or undervolt cause MW4 to crash on startup?

#MW4 #ModernWarfare4 #Guide
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Everything in this video is my personal opinion and experience and should not be considered professional advice. Always do your own research and ensure what you're doing is safe.

## Stats

- **Views:** 2,677
- **Likes:** 13
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- **Comments:** 5

## Tags

guide, modernwarfare4, mw4

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