Helper Posted August 12 Posted August 12 VALORANT PANDORA – Setup Guide System Checklist Make sure everything below is completed before launching the game: Visual C++ Redistributable installed GPU drivers (NVIDIA / AMD) fully updated Discord / Xbox Game Bar / unnecessary overlays disabled VALORANT set to Windowed Fullscreen mode Riot Vanguard installed and running Stable internet connection Enough free disk space available Downloader / Launcher Download HERE Install Visual C++ Redistributable Download and install: https://aka.ms/vs/17/release/vc_redist.x64.exe After installation, restart your PC. Update System & Drivers Update Windows to the latest supported version Update your GPU drivers using official NVIDIA or AMD software Restart your PC after completing updates Disable Unnecessary Overlays Turn off unnecessary overlays if you're experiencing compatibility or performance issues: Discord Overlay Xbox Game Bar Medal Overlay OBS Game Capture overlays Depending on your setup, you may need: NVIDIA Overlay AMD Adrenalin Overlay VALORANT Settings Recommended in-game settings: Display Mode: Windowed Fullscreen Resolution: Native Limit FPS: Set appropriately for your monitor/system Multithreaded Rendering: Enabled (if supported) Launch VALORANT Open Riot Client Launch VALORANT normally Wait until you reach the main menu Enter the Practice Range to confirm everything is working Troubleshooting Performance Issues Lower graphics settings Update GPU drivers Close unnecessary background applications Restart VALORANT and Riot Client Crashes on Startup Restart your PC Update Windows Reinstall Visual C++ Redistributable Check that Riot Vanguard is running correctly UI / Input Problems Disable unnecessary overlays Switch to Windowed Fullscreen Restart VALORANT
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