What is DIRECTSTORAGE-NOT-SUPPORTED?
A game requires DirectStorage (GPU decompression) but it is not available, causing long load times or a launch failure.
Common Causes
- NVMe SSD required (not SATA)
- Windows 10 version below 1903 or Windows 11 required for full GPU path
- GPU driver lacks DirectStorage support
Step-by-Step Fix Guide
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Ensure game is installed on an NVMe SSD
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Update Windows to the latest version
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Update GPU driver to version supporting DirectStorage (NVIDIA 522.25+ / AMD 22.40+)
Commands & Diagnostics
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