The obstruction of Palworld’s network requests by a firewall is another common cause of the error code. This guide will present you with several solutions to resolve the game crashes.
1. Run Palworld as Admin
Begin by granting administrative privileges to the game within your Windows environment, as other applications can sometimes interfere with it, resulting in the aforementioned error code.
2. Change Graphics Settings
Inconsistencies in graphics settings can trigger the EXCEPTION_ACCESS_VIOLATION error code within Palworld. This is usually due to areas in the map where the game cannot process your selected preferences.
3. Toggle Multiplayer Mode
Crashes when loading a world can sometimes be bypassed by momentarily disabling the multiplayer mode.
4. Force DirectX11
Another potential cause for the EXCEPTION_ACCESS_VIOLATION error code is the version of DirectX used by the game. Forcing Palworld to use DirectX11 instead of DirectX12 can oftentimes solve the problem. This advice is particularly useful on older systems, but it’s worth a try regardless of your computer’s specs.
5. Repair Palworld Game Files
Corrupt or missing game files may cause Palworld to crash with the indicated error code. The Steam client’s ‘verify integrity of game files’ feature can mend such issues effortlessly.
6. Allow Palworld through the Firewall
If the Windows Defender Firewall is blocking packets from Palworld, the EXCEPTION_ACCESS_VIOLATION error code may appear. Ensure that any third-party firewalls in your network also have an exception for Palworld.
7. Uninstall Third-Party Mods
Third-party mods can also trigger crashes in Palworld by altering game files, leading to stability issues. Remove any mods with the help of tools like Vortex Mod Manager. If removal is not an option due to mods replacing original game files, you must delete these modified files and verify the game files through the Steam client. See if the issue persists after removing the third-party mods.
8. Disable Third-Party VPN
VPNs can cause the aforementioned error message by disrupting the connection to Palworld’s services.
9. Change DNS Server
DNS server issues can also lead to EXCEPTION_ACCESS_VIOLATION errors by improperly resolving connection requests to Palworld.
10. Allow Palworld Telemetry through Adblocker
Adblockers implemented on your computer or across your network can block Palworld services, resulting in the EXCEPTION_ACCESS_VIOLATION error message. To address this, make sure your adblocker is not restricting the Palworld Telemetry service. It’s advisable to whitelist the “telemetry.palworldgame.com” domain in your adblocker. By doing this, the problem should be resolved.
11. Update Graphics Driver
Outdated or corrupted graphics drivers can be the culprits for the EXCEPTION_ACCESS_VIOLATION error code in Palworld.
12. Update BIOS Firmware
If none of the previous steps have resolved the EXCEPTION_ACCESS_VIOLATION crashes in Palworld, consider updating your BIOS firmware. The update can address crucial system aspects like overclocking tools in the BIOS, including XMP/DOCP settings, which may affect game stability. Visit your motherboard manufacturer’s website and download the latest BIOS version, following their specific update instructions. If these methods do not eliminate the EXCEPTION_ACCESS_VIOLATION error, further assistance can be sought from the Palworld support team.
