Running a game in safe mode is a powerful troubleshooting step to bypass graphical glitches, driver conflicts, or startup crashes. By launching with minimal settings, you can often reach the in-game menus to fix the very settings causing your issues. 1. Launching via Steam
Most modern launchers allow you to force a "Safe Mode" through their settings menu. Open your Library . Right-click the game and select Properties . In the General tab, find the Launch Options box. Type -safe or -safemode (try -safe first). Close the window and launch the game. Epic Games Store Click your Profile Icon (top right) and select Settings . how to run a game in safe mode