If Oblivion Remastered crashes throughout startup, whereas loading a save, or mid-game, it’s typically due to rendering pipeline conflicts. These crashes are sometimes attributable to:

• Mismatched upscaler recordsdata (e.g., sl.pcl.dll or nvngx_dlss.dll)
• Overlay injectors like Discord, Steam, MSI Afterburner, ReShade, or ENB
• Driver or runtime mismatches between DirectX, Streamline, and GPU software program
• Windows permissions or antivirus interference that blocks sport initialization

These points disrupt the sport’s rendering chain, main to crashes, failed launches, or instability. The fixes beneath deal with these root causes to assist stabilize your expertise.

1. Delete or Rename sl.pcl.dll (NVIDIA DLSS File)

The sl.pcl.dll file is a part of NVIDIA’s DLSS framework. However, on sure programs, particularly these with older or incompatible drivers, it may well trigger crashes throughout startup or when loading. Renaming or deleting this file disables DLSS and should resolve the issue.

Note: Disabling this file additionally disables DLSS options like upscaling and body era till restored.

1. Press Windows + E to open File Explorer.
2. Navigate to:

   C:Program Files (x86)SteamsteamappscommonOblivion

3. Locate sl.pcl.dll.
4. Right-click → Rename to sl.pcl_backup.dll.
   
5. Alternatively, choose the file and press Delete.
   
6. Launch the sport and confirm if it nonetheless crashes.

2. Run the Game as Administrator

Without admin rights, Oblivion Remastered could be restricted from accessing important directories or recordsdata, leading to startup or save-related crashes. Giving it elevated privileges helps resolve permission-based points.

1. Open File Explorer.
2. Go to the sport’s set up listing.
3. Right-click Oblivion.exe → choose Properties.
   
4. In the Compatibility tab, allow Run this program as an administrator.
5. Click Apply → OK.
   
6. Relaunch the sport and examine if it runs easily.

3. Disable Overlay Applications (Discord, Steam, NVIDIA, AMD)

Overlay applications hook into sport processes, and whereas useful, they typically intrude with rendering and reminiscence utilization. Disabling them is a dependable crash prevention technique.

1. In Steam:
   • Right-click the sport → Properties
     
   • In General, uncheck Enable the Steam Overlay.
     
2. In Discord:
   • Settings → Game Overlay → Disable it.
     
3. In GeForce Experience:
   • Click the gear icon → Under General, flip off In-Game Overlay.
     

4. Update or Roll Back GPU Drivers

Oblivion Remastered depends closely on the GPU stack. Outdated drivers can miss important sport assist, whereas newer ones would possibly trigger regressions. Depending on your scenario, updating or rolling again might repair instability.

To Update Drivers:

1. Press Windows + X → Device Manager.
   
2. Expand Display adapters → Right-click your GPU → Update driver.
   
3. Select Search routinely and observe prompts.
   
4. Restart your PC and relaunch the sport.

To Roll Back Drivers:

1. Open Device Manager once more.
2. Expand Display adapters → Right-click GPU → Properties.
   
3. Under the Driver tab, click on Roll Back Driver (if enabled).
   
4. Reboot and take a look at once more.

5. Delete the Win64 Folder

If crashes persist even after eradicating sl.pcl.dll, the problem could stem from the Win64 folder which shops secondary sport binaries. These recordsdata can grow to be corrupt or outdated. Deleting them permits the sport to reinitialize contemporary copies.

1. Open File Explorer.
2. Navigate to:

   C:Program Files (x86)SteamsteamappscommonOblivion

3. Open the Win64 folder.
4. Press Ctrl + A → Right-click → Delete.
   
5. Relaunch the sport and take a look at once more.