Downloads
Runtimes — install both
A missing runtime is the single most common reason a loader closes the moment you open it.
DirectX End-User RuntimeMicrosoft's official web installer.
DownloadVisual C++ Redistributable RuntimesAll-in-one package covering every version.
DownloadDisabling your antivirus
Defender Control (dControl)Turns Windows Defender fully off, which the settings toggle alone does not do.
DownloadOverlay — pick the one that matches your GPU
Every product needs a working overlay to draw its menu. Install the one for your graphics card and set it up before you inject.
NVIDIA App — for NVIDIA GPUsSkip if you already have it installed.
DownloadThen open the NVIDIA App → Settings → General → enable In-Game Overlay.
SteelSeries GG — for AMD GPUsProvides the Sonar overlay these products hook into.
Download1
Turn on Sonar
Open SteelSeries GG → General → turn Sonar on.
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Bind the volume shortcut
Go to Sonar → Shortcuts and bind F7 to "Master - Volume Up".
You must press F7 before injecting, or the SteelSeries overlay will not be active and the menu will not draw.
Restart your PC after installing these. If a loader still closes instantly afterwards, work through Loader Crashing Fixes.