Because the CODEX emulator needs to write "save data" to your system drive, it often requires elevated permissions. Right-click S1_sp64_ship.exe (the main executable). Select > Compatibility tab. Check the box "Run this program as an administrator." Apply and restart the game. 4. Fix Black Screen or "Out of Memory" Errors
Antivirus software often flags the "Steam_api64.dll" or the "CODEX" emulator file as a false positive.
Troubleshooting and Getting Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare (CODEX) to Work
: Go to the players2 folder in your directory and open config.cfg . Look for seta r_preloadShaders and try setting it to "0" if the game crashes during loading screens. 5. Proper Installation Steps for CODEX
: Ensure you have the DirectX End-User Runtimes installed.
Copy all files inside that folder and paste them into the main game installation directory, choosing "Replace" for all files.
Advanced Warfare is notorious for its "Shader Preloading" system, which can cause the game to hang on startup.
To ensure the files are placed correctly, follow the standard CODEX protocol: Mount the ISO file. Run setup.exe and install the game.
: Ensure your Windows Page File is set to "System Managed." Low virtual memory often causes Advanced Warfare to crash during the opening cinematic.