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If Black Ops 6 is not launching on your PC, you can try following this simple method to fix the issue

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Abdul Haddi
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If Black Ops 6 is not launching on your PC, you can try following this simple method to fix the issue
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Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 was launched today, and just like any new games, its players have been encountering different issues. While the game is crashing for some players, others can’t even launch it on their PC. According to some posts on the Steam Community Forum, Black Ops 6 fails to launch for some players despite multiple attempts to click the ‘Play’ button.

If you’re currently facing the same issue, don’t worry, as we’ll help you resolve it so you can get back in the game.

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How to fix Black Ops 6 won’t start on PC issue

If the game does not launch even after you click the Play button multiple times, you can follow the methods mentioned below to resolve the issue.

Step

1

Launch Steam as admin

According to a player on the Steam Community Forum, they were unable to launch the game after installing a new update. They tried restarting their system and verifying the game files through Steam, but nothing worked. Ultimately, they were able to access the game again by launching Steam as an administrator. You might consider trying this method to resolve your issue.

  • Launch Steam on your PC.
  • Click on the ‘Steam’ icon in the top-left corner.
  • Click on ‘Exit.’
  • Now, find the Steam app icon.
  • Right click on it and select ‘Run as administrator.’

    Run as administrator

  • After the application opens, sign in to your account and launch Black Ops 6.

 

Make sure you’re using the latest version of Steam before attempting this method.

Step

2

Alternate Method: Power cycle your PC

In some cases, the game may not launch due to a temporary bug or glitch. Fortunately, most of these issues can be resolved by power cycling your system. Unlike a regular restart, power cycling requires you to turn off your PC and leave it off for a few minutes.

  • Turn off your PC.
  • Remove its power cables.
  • Wait for around five minutes.
  • Plug everything back in and turn on the PC.

Now, try playing Black Ops 6 again to see if its running now. We also recommend running it as administrator after performing a power cycle.

We understand how frustrating it is when the game won’t launch, even after multiple attempts. However, by following the methods mentioned in our guide, you should be able to resolve the issue quickly. If none of these solutions work, you may need to wait for the developers to release an official fix.

About the Author

Abdul Haddi

Abdul is a tech writer and Editor for PC Guide, specializing in all things tech, gaming, and hardware.