A D3D11 Compatible GPU Is Required to Run the Engine [FIX]

A D3D11 Compatible GPU Is Required to Run the Engine [FIX]

The “D3D11-compatible GPU” error is a common game-related error for both Windows 10 and 11. You usually see this error message when you try to start certain affected games. It will present an error message that reads “a D3D11-compatible GPU (feature level 11, shader model-5) is required to run the engine," and affected games don’t start.

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When you try to launch or start your favorite game like Fortnite on your Windows 11 or Windows 10 gaming computer, you may get the error message A D3D11-compatible GPU (Feature Level 11.0, Shader Model 5.0) is required to run the engine. This post is intended to help affected PC gamers with the most applicable solutions.

This tutorial will apply for computers, laptops, desktops, and tablets running the Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems (Home, Professional, Enterprise, Education) from all supported hardware manufactures, like Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba, Lenovo, Alienware, Razer, MSI, Huawei , Microsoft Surface, and Samsung.