[Fixed] Failed to Initialize the Engine' Error (Windows 11)

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Since the 24H2 update rollout for Windows 11, the Vision engine games (SH3, SHC2, SHW) have a tendency to throw the error message in the title upon startup. The Windows update has been reported to hinder many games from functioning properly, and Firefly has also confirmed that they are working on a possible fix.

January 13, 2025 Update:

Firefly Studios has rolled out an official patch for all three games, resolving the issue. Simply update your desired game through Steam's built-in updater to receive the changes. You can then re-enable full screen mode from the in-game options.

The workaround detailed originally should not be needed anymore. Should the update not resolve the issues, please contact Firefly's official support with the error.

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Edited January 13, 2025 by Asophix
Official update rollout fixes the issue