If the basics didn't work, the problem might be rooted in your Windows environment. Run as Administrator
Understanding the "why" helps prevent it from happening again after a major Windows update or game patch. Language Mismatches localization dx11.txt missing total war
The "localization_dx11.txt" error is a notorious headache for Total War fans, particularly those playing Shogun 2, Rome II, or Attila. This error typically triggers a "Total War has stopped working" message or a crash to desktop (CTD) immediately upon launching the game through Steam. If the basics didn't work, the problem might
List any you use (like DarthMod or Divide et Impera) This error typically triggers a "Total War has
The preferences.script.txt file inside your AppData folder might be trying to force a resolution or graphics setting that your monitor or GPU no longer supports. Resetting the AppData folder (as mentioned above) fixes this instantly. DirectX and Redistributables