Black Ops 7 not launching on PC: Possible fixes and reasons

Black Ops 7 has finally arrived, but many players may be experiencing the common issue of the game not launching on PC. This problem occurs for a variety of reasons, such as corrupted files, outdated graphics drivers, incompatible hardware, or other factors. The exact cause can be hard to pinpoint, as it can be triggered by several different factors.

But worry not; this article will provide several possible workarounds you can try to solve the "not launching on PC" issue for Black Ops 7.

Note: These are possible fixes and are not guaranteed to work.

How to possibly fix Black Ops 7 not launching on PC issue

Here are some common workarounds and essential steps to get your game running if you are encountering the not launching on PC issue:

1) Restart your system

This solution may look simple, but temporary glitches often prevent a newly installed game from launching. Performing a complete system restart after you install the game can clear these temporary glitches and potentially solve the issue before you try to launch.

2) Verify game files

Sometimes, a minor interruption during download or installation can corrupt a file. Even a small corrupted file can prevent the game from launching. All major PC clients: Steam, Battle.net, and Xbox Game Pass, have options to verify files and check their integrity:

Steam:

Open your Steam Library.
Right-click on Call of Duty and select Properties.
From the left panel, click Installed Files.
Select Verify integrity of game files.

Battle.net:

Go to the Call of Duty HQ tab.
Click on the Settings icon next to the Play button.
Select Scan and Repair.
Click Begin Scan and confirm when prompted.

Xbox Game Pass (Xbox App):

Launch the Xbox app.
Select Call of Duty.
Beside the Play button, click the three dots (...) icon.
Select the Manage option from the dropdown menu.
Now select the Files option and click on Verify and Repair.

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3) Update your GPU drivers

Black Ops 7 is a new game that requires updated GPU drivers to run smoothly. Outdated drivers may prevent it from launching or cause issues like abrupt closing. Update your GPU driver before playing, and then restart your PC before launching the game.

4) Check for system requirements

Black Ops 7 demands a minimum level of hardware. If your system does not meet the minimum recommended specification, the game may fail to launch or experience significant performance issues.

Minimum requirement:

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS: Windows® 10 64 Bit (latest update)
Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 1400 or Intel Core i5-6600
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 470, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 / 1060, or Intel Arc™ A580
DirectX: Version 12
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Additional notes: SSD with 161 GB of available space at launch

5) Enable TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot

TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot are new security measures implemented for Black Ops 7. These features are often enabled automatically, but if they are disabled, the game will fail to launch. You must enable both features in your system's BIOS/UEFI settings. Since the process is complex and differs by motherboard, we have dedicated guides to help you out:

That covers everything regarding Black Ops 7 not launching on PC issue.

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Edited by Animesh Talukdar