7 Ways to Fix F1 25 Not Launching on a Windows PC

F1 25 is one of the most highly-rated motorsport simulation games that doesn’t start for some players. One player said this, “F1 25 does not start… The anti-cheat image loads, the black screen appears, and it crashes.” To fix F1 25 not starting, you might need to apply numerous troubleshooting methods. There are several potential ways you can fix F1 25 not launching on Windows PCs.

Verify the F1 25 Game

First, try selecting the verification (repair) option for your F1 25 game. Steam’s gaming client has a Verify option you can select to scan and repair files for all games. This Steam page includes instructions for running game verification scans.

The Verify integrity of game files

Add an F1 25 Exception to Controlled Folder Access

Adding F1 25 to the exceptions for Controlled folder access is another confirmed way to fix F1 25 launching. If Controlled folder access is enabled, adding F1 25 to its exclusions will ensure that the security feature doesn’t block the game’s folder access. You can set an F1 25 Controlled folder access exclusion like this:

1. Double-click the system tray (shield) icon for Windows Security.
2. Click Virus & threat protection > Manage settings > Manage ransomware protection in Windows Security.
3. Next, click the Allow an app through Controlled folder access navigation option.
4. Press the Add an allowed app button and select Browse all apps.
   
   

   The Controlled folder access exclusion option

5. Select the F1_25 game file and click on Open.
6. Then, add the EAAntiCheatInstaller and EAAntiCheatServiceLauncher files to the exclusion list for Controlled folder access.

Disable Antivirus Protection

Players confirm that disabling antivirus tools (shields) can fix F1 25 not launching. If that works for you, I recommend turning the antivirus shield back on after playing F1 25. To temporarily disable the Windows antivirus, click the Virus & threat protection option on this Microsoft page and Open Windows Security. Then, turn off the Real-time protection option, and try playing your F1 25 game.

The Real-time protection option

Repair EA Javelin Anticheat

Some players might need to repair the EA Javelin Anticheat to fix F1 25 not launching. EA Javelin Anticheat is the anticheat software required to play F1 25. You can select to repair that anti-cheat program like this:

1. Open the Program Files (x86) > Steam > steamapps > common > F1 25 folder in File Explorer.
2. Double-click the EAAntiCheat.Installer file to open the EA Javelin Anticheat file.
3. Select the Repair option and OK.
   
   

   The Repair option

4. Next, select the F1 25 game folder.
5. Click the Select Folder option.
6. Wait for the repairing process to finish.

Uninstall AutoHotkey

Some players have been able to fix F1 25 not launching by uninstalling AutoHotkey. AutoHotkey is a software for setting up macros that the anti-cheat software for the game might flag. If AutoHotkey is on your PC, remove that program via the Control Panel as covered on this Microsoft help page.

The Uninstall option

Run F1 25 in Windows 8 Compatibility Mode

Running F1 25 in compatibility mode can resolve operating system conflicts. Some players have also said that they kick-started F1 25 by running the game in compatibility mode. So, try setting F1 25 to run in a Windows 8 compatibility mode like this:

1. Open the F1 25 installation folder within File Explorer.
2. Right-click the F1_25 file to select Properties > Compatibility.
3. Select the Run this program a compatibility mode checkbox to select the Windows 8 platform option.
4. Click on Run this program as an administrator to select the checkbox for that option.
   
   

   The Compatibility tab

5. Select Apply and OK to set the compatibility options as configured.

Delete Your Most Recent Windows Updates

Some players have also confirmed that deleting Windows updates can fix F1 25 not launching. If your PC has recently installed some automatic Windows updates, try deleting the latest one. This Microsoft support page explains how users can delete updates.

The uninstall options for Windows updates

Other Possible Ways to Fix F1 25 Not Launching

If F1 25 still doesn’t start, there are more potential fixes beyond those covered above. Try applying these additional troubleshooting methods:

• Set a high-performance graphics card option for the game if your PC has two GPUs.
• Disable background apps with the clean boot troubleshooting method covered on this Microsoft page.
• Reinstall the F1 25 game.
• Set a -dx12 or -dx11 launch option for F1 25 via Steam.

Install the latest graphical driver that’s compatible with your PC’s graphics card. The troubleshooting methods above are some of the best ways to fix F1 25 not launching. Many players have fixed F1 25 not starting by applying those fixes. If you need more troubleshooting guidance for F1 25, click the Contact us option on this EA help page.