STEP 01
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Install Visual C++
Download the latest version of Visual C++ Redistributables and run the installer. This is required for the software to function correctly.
On the releases page look for the release tagged Latest at the very top. Do not install an older version.
Under Assets, click the file below to start the download:
VisualCppRedist_AIO_x86_x64.exe
STEP 02
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Turn Off UAC
User Account Control (UAC) can block the software from running properly. Disable it using the steps below.
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2.1Open Windows Search and type UAC, then click the first result.🎚️
Drag the slider all the way to the bottom and click OK.Drag the bar all the way to the bottom until the label on the right reads Never notify, then click OK to confirm.
STEP 03
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Disable Windows Defender
Windows Defender may flag or block the software. Follow each sub-step carefully to fully disable it.
3.1 — Virus & Threat Protection
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Open Windows Search → type Windows Security → click Virus & threat protection → Manage settings → disable all 4 options.Windows Security → Virus & threat protection → Virus & threat protection settings → click Manage settings → disable all 4 toggles.
3.2 — Firewall & Network Protection
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Click Firewall & network protection and disable all 3 options.Domain networkTURN OFF
Private networkTURN OFF
Public networkTURN OFF
3.3 — Smart App Control
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Click App & browser control → select Smart App Control and disable it.App & browser control → click Smart App Control settings
On the Smart App Control page, select the Off radio button. Once turned off it cannot be re-enabled without reinstalling Windows.
3.4 — Reputation-Based Protection
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Click App & browser control → select Reputation-based protection and disable it.App & browser control → click Reputation-based protection settings
Check apps and filesTURN OFF
SmartScreen for Microsoft EdgeTURN OFF
Phishing protectionTURN OFF
Potentially unwanted app blockingTURN OFF
SmartScreen for Microsoft Store appsTURN OFF
3.5 — Exploit Protection
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Click App & browser control → Exploit Protection and follow the image examples below.App & browser control → scroll down to Exploit protection → click Exploit protection settings → System settings tab
Control flow guard (CFG)Off by default
Data Execution Prevention (DEP)Off by default
Force randomization for images (Mandatory ASLR)Off by default
Randomize memory allocations (Bottom-up ASLR)On by default
High-entropy ASLROn by default
STEP 04
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Install DirectX
Download and install DirectX from the official Microsoft source. This ensures all graphics and runtime dependencies are up to date.
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Run the installer and follow the on-screen prompts to complete the DirectX installation.
STEP 05
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Run Steam as Administrator
Steam needs to run with elevated permissions for the software to function correctly.
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5.1Go to your Steam installation folder, right-click steam.exe → Properties → Compatibility → check Run this program as an administrator.🔄
5.2Close and reopen Steam for the changes to take effect.Right-click steam.exe → Properties → Compatibility tab → check Run this program as an administrator → click OK
STEP 06
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Enable Steam Overlay
The Steam overlay must be active while in-game for the software to work correctly.
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6.1Open Steam → top-left click Steam → Settings.🎮
Navigate to the In-Game section in the left panel.✅
Enable the toggle labeled "Enable the Steam Overlay while in-game".
STEP 07
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Set Video to Borderless Mode
Running the game in Borderless Windowed mode ensures the overlay works correctly and reduces compatibility issues.
Open the game settings menu.Navigate to the Video Settings section.Find the Display Mode options.Select Borderless from the available choices.
STEP 08
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Set Launch Options
Force the game to run on DirectX 12 by adding a launch parameter in Steam. This improves compatibility and performance.
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Open your Steam Library and find the game.🖱️
Right-click the game → select Properties.⌨️
In the General tab, find Launch Options and type the parameter below.🚀
Setup Complete!
You're all set. Check the sections below for extra recommendations and helpful guides.
