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How to fix 7 common Imperator: Rome bugs on PC
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Imperator: Rome is a great strategy game that all the history buffs out there will love.
With instances of bugs being reported on thegame, we’ve gathered up some tips and tricks, that will keep the conquest going for a long time. We came, we saw, we fixed.
How can I fix these Imperator: Rome issues?
1. Fix Black screen issues
In order to ensure that this works, first, you’ll need to try running thegamein Windowed Mode or lowering your resolution to 1080p.
If this didn’t work, click onVerifyorRepairImperator in your Steam client.
Or alternatively, simply uninstall and reinstall thegamein case you have corrupted files in your Steam directory.
2. Fix savegame issues
More or less, this issue can be traced to faulty game files, maybe some got corrupted at some point. But we’ve got a solution for this, simply follow these steps:
3. Fix connection issues
Simply add yourgameto an exception list for both your antivirus orWindows Firewall. The same solution for thegameglitching out works for this as well, you can reproduce the same steps to verify your game files.
4.Game crashing fix
To prevent Imperator from crashing we first suggest that you right-click on your game shortcut or exe. file and run thegameinWindows Compatibility Mode.
Secondly, if that didn’t work, open yourNvidia Control Paneland Select Manage 3D Settings and select Imperator from theProgram Settingsand next you’re going to set thePower Managementto PreferMaximum Power.
5. Game freezing up
You should try running thegamein Windowed Mode, as a first solution. Or alternatively, repair and verify your files can do the trick. But if that doesn’t work you should uninstall and reinstall yourgame.
6. Fix sound issues
For this fix, you’re going to right-click on the speaker icon on the bottom right corner of your screen or toolbar for hidden icons and click onSounds.
Now head on over to thePlaybacksection and disable all the sound devices except the internal speaker or the speaker you wish you want to use.
Also, keep in mind that changing your audio from surround sound to stereo can do the trick too.
7. Validation fix
Navigate to your Steam directory, and locate where thegameis installed. Now you’re gonna look formasterservers.vdffiles in your Steam or game directory and delete all of them.
Sometimes there are duplicates in different directories and that is why the validation process isn’t working out for you. After you have deleted them proceed to Verify or Repair your game.
Tips for smooth Imperator: Rome gaming sessions on PC
Always whitelist yourgamethrough the Windows Firewall, or any antivirus software that might be preventing thegamefrom going into split screen mode.
Keep your graphic drivers up-to-date, and any essential components on your machine.
Whenever you have a freshly launchedgame, it’s best to run thegameon recommended settings until future patches are released.
Always remember the minimum requirements when running agame, these are specs for Imperator:Rome:
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Madalina Dinita
Networking & Security Specialist
Madalina has been a Windows fan ever since she got her hands on her first Windows XP computer.
She is interested in all things technology, especially emerging technologies – AI and DNA computing in particular.
Prior to joining the WindowsReport team, she worked in the corporate world for a number of years.
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Madalina Dinita
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Madalina is a Windows fan since forever, especially interested in AI, emerging technologies, privacy, and security.
