How to Fix Marvel Rivals DirectX 12 Not Supported Error

Are you getting this error message, “DirectX 12 is Not Supported on Your System” in Marvel Rivals?

Here’s the second part of the error, “Try running without the -dx12 or -d3d12 command line argument”.

Marvel Rivals is a 6v6 team-based shooter game where you can assemble an all-star Marvel squad.

Choose heroes and villains from The Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy, X-Men, and many more.

Use unique combinations between characters and invent new tactics that can turn the tide of combat.

In this guide, you’ll learn how to fix “DirectX 12 is Not Supported on Your System” in Marvel Rivals (DX12 error).

• Fix 1: Update your graphics card
• Fix 2: Add -dx12 or -d3d12 to your launch options
• Fix 3: Update Windows to the latest version

Fix 1: Update your graphics card

• For Nvidia: Visit https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/geforce-experience/download/ > Download Now > open the app > sign up or log in > Drivers > Download.
• For AMD: Visit https://www.amd.com/en/support > Download > open the app > follow the on-screen instructions to update your graphics card.

Fix 2: Add -dx12 or -d3d12 to your launch options

1. Navigate to your Steam library.
2. Right-click Marvel Rivals > Properties > Launch Options.
3. Type “-dx12” and try launching the game.
   • If the game still crashes, type “-d3d12” instead and launch the game.
   • If the game still crashes, type “-windowed” instead and launch the game.

Fix 3: Update Windows to the latest version

1. Search for “Check for updates” using Windows Search.
2. Update Windows to the latest version.
3. Launch Marvel Rivals.

Note: Updating Windows to the latest version will update DirectX to the latest version as well.

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