The game, however, crashes quite often either while in-game or during the start. This phenomenon is reported by several players. We were able to find causes and their solutions, which are discussed below.
What causes Oxygen Not Included to Crash?
We have carefully investigated the user reports & analyzed the Oxygen Not Included on our systems, we conclude that the crashing can occur due to the following reasons although it can happen for reasons other than mentioned below. Before moving on please confirm that you have administrator access to the system and do have an active internet connection. Also, save progress as a lot of manipulation with the game/system may take place.
Solution 1: Meet the System Requirements
Before trying the more technical & detailed solutions, the thing that has to be made sure is that the system on which Oxygen Not Included is being played fulfills the minimum system requirements of the Game. If the system does not fulfill the requirements, the user will suffer different issues like crashing, etc. It looks like that game is not quite demanding but in fact, the game is not GPU demanding but it is quite RAM hungry game. So, as you advance in the game, there comes a time when the RAM of the system gets choked, so before moving on make your that is not the case. This RAM choking usually happens on the Windows machine. If your system fulfills the minimum system requirements and the RAM of your system is not getting choked then it is time to try the next solution.
Solution 2: Restart your computer
Before going to more technical solutions, restarting the system is considered to be the first step into the troubleshooting of system-related issues. If Oxygen Not Included is crashing, then move to the next solution.
Solution 3: Run Steam as an administrator
The Steam client sometimes requires administrator rights to perform certain functions or to access certain files. So, running Steam Client as an administrator may solve the issue. We Hope that Oxygen Not Included runs without any error, if not try the next solution.
Solution 4: Run your game in compatibility mode
Some Windows updates and Oxygen Not Included can have compatibility issues and resultantly Oxygen Not Included stops working. Running the game in compatibility mode can solve the problem If Oxygen Not Included is still crashing in compatibility mode, move on to the next fix. Source:
Solution 5: Reset the Oxygen Not Included preferences to the default values
Sometimes invalid game settings can create Oxygen Not Included to crash, so, resetting them to default values can solve the problem. If Oxygen Not Included still crashes, try the next solution.
Solution 6: Disable Anti-Virus Software
Also, some Anti-virus and firewalls have issues with certain games and resulting in a false positive. So, disabling the Anti-Virus of your system/Windows Defender may solve the problem. If the game is operating without a problem then add the steam folder & Oxygen Not Included folder to the exceptions list in your AV settings. If not move to the next solution.
Solution 7: Clear Download Cache
If you have recently downloaded the Oxygen Not Included and it is crashing at startup then Clearing the download cache of the steam can solve the crashing problem. Although currently installed games will not be affected you will have to sign-in into the Steam client afterward. If you’re still having trouble with the Oxygen Not Included, move to the next solution.
Solution 8: Unplug the Controller
Sometimes if you are using any controller to play the games in the Steam client but that particular piece of hardware can create different issues for the Steam client and the game. So, removing the controller can solve the crashing error of the game. If the crashing error is still there move to the next solution.
Solution 9: Change branches in Oxygen Not Included
Many players have reported that this particular crashing behavior started after the game was updated. Reverting to the game version by changing your branch can solve the problem. If Oxygen Not Included still crashes, try the solution next.
Solution 10: Install Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Runtime
Oxygen Not Included can crash if Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Runtime is not properly installed on the system. Because Oxygen Not Included uses Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable runtime library files installed on the system. If something is not right with these files then Oxygen Not Included can crash. So, reinstalling them is a good option in solving the crashing problem. The problem should be fixed now if not, check the next solution.
Solution 11: Update your Graphics driver
A missing/outdated graphics driver of the system can cause Oxygen Not Included to crash. A user must check his system for the updated drivers of his system. So, updating these drivers may solve the problem. If it is still crashing, move to the next solution.
Solution 12: Check for Windows updates
Windows Updates address a lot of bugs of hardware & software. So to keep your system clear of bugs it is always good to update your system. If your system is not updated, updating it may solve the problem. If it is still not clear of crashing, try the next solution.
Solution 13: Change the power plan on your computer
If the power option of your system is in balance mode, it will slow down the system to save energy which can result in low performance of the system, resultantly Oxygen Not Included can crash. Balanced mode automatically adjusts the CPU’s speed according to the computer’s need. Whereas High-Performance mode keeps your PC running at high speeds most of the time. Remember that the system will generate more heat in this power mode. So, changing the power plan to high performance can solve this crashing problem. If the crashing problem is not solved, move on and try the next solution.
Solution 14: Reinstall Oxygen Not Included
If it is some game files or settings that are creating problems, then reinstalling the Oxygen Not Included can solve the problem. If your game still crashes after reinstalling the game, move to the next solution.
Solution 15: Reinstall Steam
If unluckily, still your problem is not solved, then as a last resort, reinstall the steam to solve the problem. Hopefully, you’re able to play Oxygen Not Included now. Enjoy your game! If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to leave a comment below.
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