Potential causes include interference from antivirus programs or insufficient user account permissions for the game files. This article will guide you through resolving the issue swiftly; simply follow the steps.
1. Run Starfield as Administrator
To rectify the 0xc000005 error code, start by running Starfield as an administrator. Given the issue’s roots in access violations, administrative privileges can allow the game to utilize necessary resources without restrictions. This action might also resolve file read and write permission issues for the game process. Execute the following instructions to run Starfield as an administrator:
2. Disable Third-Party Security App
Security programs can sometimes interfere with other Windows processes, leading to the 0xc000005 error code in Starfield when access to necessary files is blocked. Try disabling your antivirus to determine if it resolves the issue. If the problem disappears after disabling the antivirus, add the game process to the program’s whitelist, preventing further interference. If the issue persists, proceed to the subsequent method.
3. Take Ownership of the Game Folder
Insufficient user account permissions over the game can cause the error upon game launch, as the process inherits your permissions and cannot access its files properly. To rectify this, take ownership of the game folder on your PC with these steps:
In the Enter the object name to select field, input your user account and click Check Names.Searching for User AccountClick OK.Tick the Replace owner on subcontainers and objects checkbox.Also select Replace all child object permission entries with inheritable permission entries from this object checkbox.Overwriting Permissions for Children EntriesClick Apply followed by OK.Attempt to run the game and check if the problem persists.
4. Repair Starfield Installation Files
A corrupted or damaged installation may result in the error code when launching the game. In such cases, you’ll need to repair the game’s installation files on your PC. The process varies by platform, like the Xbox app or Steam, but can be performed using the built-in utilities provided by these clients.
Steam
Xbox Game Pass
5. Delete Starfield Shaders
Corrupted shader caches in the local AppData directory can cause game crashes on startup, leading to the 0xc000005 error code. Clearing this cache can help address the issue. Proceed with the following steps:
6. Remove DirectX Shader Cache
A corrupted DirectX Shader cache can also cause the game to display the 0xc000005 error code. One solution is to clear the cache using the Disk Cleanup utility. Here’s how you do it:
7. Reinstall Starfield
If none of the above methods rectify the error code, your last resort is to reinstall the game. This is often effective because a fresh install can set up all the game’s dependencies correctly and provide the necessary file permissions.
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Xbox App
After following these steps, the error code 0xc000005 should be resolved. This issue typically stems from an access violation, which can be rectified by granting the game appropriate permissions and ensuring that no background applications, like antivirus software, are blocking its execution.
