Gears of War 4 Stuck on Loading Screen? Fix for PC & Xbox

So, you’re ready to jump into Gears of War 4, chainsaw at the ready, when… BAM! The game just sits there on the loading screen. Nothing happens. You wait. And wait. Still nothing. Don’t worry—you’re not alone, and we’ve got your back with some simple fixes!

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Why Does This Happen?

Before we jump into fixes, let’s understand why the game gets stuck.

Corrupted game files
Outdated drivers
Xbox or Windows glitches
Network issues

Now, let’s fix it!

Fixes for PC Players

1. Restart Everything

Sounds basic, right? But it works!

Close the game.
Restart your PC.
Try launching the game again.

2. Check for Updates

Both your game and system need the latest updates.

Open the Microsoft Store.
Click on your profile, then go to Downloads and Updates.
Click Get Updates.
Also, update your Windows via Settings > Update & Security.

3. Verify or Repair Game Files

Something may be broken or missing.

Go to your game in the Microsoft Store or Xbox app.
Click Manage.
Select Files tab (if available) and choose Repair.

Got it from Steam? Then:

Right-click on the game.
Select Properties > Local Files.
Click Verify integrity of game files.

4. Update Graphics Drivers

Outdated drivers are troublemakers.

Use NVIDIA or AMD websites.
Download the latest driver for your card.
Install and reboot.

5. Clear the Microsoft Store Cache

Sometimes the Store gets messy.

Here’s how:

Press Windows + R  
Type wsreset.exe  
Hit Enter

A black window will pop up and disappear. That means it worked!

Fixes for Xbox Players

1. Power Cycle Your Xbox

This is a fancy way of saying “turn it off and on again.”

Hold down the Xbox button on the console for 10 seconds.
Wait until it shuts off completely.
Unplug it from the wall for 1 minute.
Plug it back in and restart.

2. Clear Local Save Data

This won’t delete your progress, it just resets the local copy.

Go to Settings > System > Storage.
Select Clear local saved games.
Your saves will sync from the cloud next time you play.

3. Reinstall the Game

If all else fails, this is the big red reset button.

Highlight the game on your Home screen.
Press the menu button, select Uninstall.
Go to My Games & Apps and reinstall the game.

4. Check Xbox Live Status

Sometimes the issue isn’t on your end at all.

Visit Xbox Live Status Page.
Make sure services are up and running.

Still Stuck?

If none of these work, you might need to contact Xbox or Microsoft Support. There may be a deeper issue with your profile or hardware.

Here’s a tip: mention all the steps you’ve tried already. It’ll help support get to the point faster.

Keep It Running Smooth

Once you’re back in, you don’t want the issue again. So…

Keep your game and system updated.
Restart your console or PC once in a while.
Don’t ignore error messages or crashes—they’re warning signs!

Gears of War 4 is one intense ride, and it’s no fun being stuck before the action starts. Use the tips above and get back to blasting Locusts in no time!

Happy gaming!