Every time i try to launch grounded2 i get this error EXCEPTION_ACCESS_VIOLATION reading address 0x000000017986aec1

I can make it into the main menue of the game where it says click any button but the second i do that it attmpts to log in then crashes. Pls help

Hello there @Kdog4278!

The fact that you can get into the main menu, yet crash on start, means the issue could be either in your system, or the game itself. Unfortunately, the error you get is quite generic, so it doesn’t point to a particular direction. Please test the following to tackle both angles:

  • First and most likely, verify your game files, either repair or reinstall, depending on your platform of use (Steam, Xbox app). After that, run the game as Admin

  • Update your GPU drivers, or setup a clean install using DDU, if possible. If you use nVidia, test the Studio drivers, as they tend to be more stable in general, not just in engine work

  • Since the crash happens from the main menu to start, there’s a chance the issue is related to reaching the game’s server for online multiplayer, so check and repair your Visual C++ Redistributables

  • Finally, there’s been a string of issues with UE tied to game overlays, specially Discord’s. I suggest disabling any and all active overlays, then test the game again

For further checks, Obsidian has an issue tracker, plus a “Contact Us” option to reach them: