Graphic parameters reset to default each time I close my computer

[Inocybe2755]

GAME INFORMATION

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• GAME BUILD #: 100.19.18309.0
• GAME PLATFORM: Steam
• OPERATING SYSTEM: Windows 11

ISSUE EXPERIENCED

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When I launch AoE3:DE, I must change manually all graphic parameters. For example, shadows are desactivated by defaults. If a close the game and relaunch it immediatly after, the parameters are saved. However, if I turn off my computer, graphic parameters are reset to defaults and I have to change them once again.

FREQUENCY OF ISSUE

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• 100% of the time / matches I play (ALWAYS)

REPRODUCTION STEPS

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Here’s the steps to reproduce the issue:

1. Turn on my computer

2. Open steam and launch AoE3:DE

3. Graphic parameters are all messed up, and I must manually set them once again.

EXPECTED RESULT

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My graphic parameters should be the same each time I launch the game. Modification should be saved.

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[Felizon89]

Hi @Inocybe2755 are you using mods? I can’t reproduce this issue.

[Inocybe2755]

No I don’t use any mods !

I am going to investigate if steam or the GeForce software could be the source of my problem.

[DrMaxy4142]

Do you run steam as admin, or are you using geforce now?

[Inocybe2755]

For a reason unknown, I found out that my NVDIA app (I think it was called Geforce Experience before) decided to enforce recommended graphical settings on AoE3:DE. I deactivated the “optimization” of the game, and graphical settings do not change anymore when I launch the game.

Sorry, the problem was on my end