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How to Run Fallout 3 on Windows 10?

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When Fallout 3 was released, it became a major league for gamers. Even after twelve years, the game is extremely popular. The developers keep adding updates on a regular basis. However, some users are unable to play Fallout 3 on Windows 10. If you want to know how to successfully run Fallout 3 on Windows 10, then read on.

Run as Administrator

You should pursue these directions are given below:

Hold the Windows and E buttons to open the File Explorer.
Go to either of the two paths to find the folder of Fallout:
This PC\C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Fallout 3 goty
This PC\C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Fallout 3
You can launch the game app folder by selecting the Fallout 3 app and right-clicking on it.
Then choose the ‘Open File Location’ option.
You should locate the file of ‘Fallout3.exe’ and then right-click on it.
Later, choose the Properties option through the options menu.
Now, move over to the section of Compatibility in the Fallout 3 properties screen.
You should turn on the ‘Run this program as an administrator’ option by marking the box beside it.
Finally, select the Apply and OK buttons to apply the changes.
Perform in Compatibility Mode

You should follow these directions are given below:

You will have to go to the folder of the game and launch the properties screen.
Once you reach the Compatibility section, turn on ‘Run this program in compatibility mode for’ by marking the box beside it.
Then select the drop-down beneath “Run this program into the compatibility mode” and choose the Windows XP (Service Pack 3).
Later, select the Apply and OK buttons.
Now, you will have to redo the above instructions for two more files, namely, FalloutLauncher and Fallout 3 – Guardians.
Install Games for Windows Live

You should pursue these directions are given below:

You have to download the ‘Games for Windows Live’.
Then run the downloaded file and pursue the instructions to install it on the PC.
After installation, double-click on the file.
The app will download the files needed to run Fallout 3 on the system.
After downloading all the needed files by GFWL, close the app.
We hope that the tutorial on how to run Fallout 3 on Windows 10 was helpful to you.

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