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A Comprehensive Guide to Fixing FIFA 23 Stuck on Loading Screen

As an avid FIFA gamer, there‘s nothing more frustrating than sitting down to play your favorite game, only to encounter the dreaded loading screen freeze. You excitedly launch FIFA 23, expecting to jump right into managing your Ultimate Team or competing in Career Mode, when suddenly the game gets stuck on the initial splash screen and won‘t progress any further.

I‘ve been there before, so I completely understand the annoyance. In this comprehensive guide, I‘ll walk you through the top reasons for FIFA 23 loading issues and provide actionable solutions to get you back on the pitch. With over a decade of experience in gaming content creation and social media management, I‘ve helped countless gamers troubleshoot problems just like this one. Let‘s dive in!

Why Does the FIFA 23 Loading Screen Freeze?

Based on reports from users across social channels and gaming forums, there are a few potential culprits for the FIFA 23 loading bug:

  • Corrupted game files from a bad install or incomplete update
  • Graphics driver conflicts
  • Antivirus/firewall software blocking key game components
  • Incompatible or outdated hardware/software
  • Server connectivity issues on EA‘s end
  • General performance problems with background processes hogging resources

Essentially it boils down to the game client not loading properly and a failure to initialize the necessary graphics, controls, and back-end connectivity required to enter the main menu.

The good news is there are a number of troubleshooting steps you can try on your own to resolve the stuck loading screen before you need to engage official support channels.

Fix #1: Run EA/Origin/Steam as Administrator

The easiest potential fix is to simply relaunch your game platform – whether EA app, Origin, or Steam – as an Administrator. Here‘s how:

  1. Close the launcher fully if it‘s still open (check your system tray)
  2. Find the .exe file for the platform via your Start Menu or installation folder
  3. Right click, choose Properties, go to the Compatibility tab
  4. Check the box for "Run this program as an administrator"
  5. Click Apply then OK
  6. Launch the platform and run FIFA 23 again

Running as Admin makes sure full permissions are granted during the loading process which could resolve hiccups.

Fix #2: Repair or Verify Game Files

Corrupted game file issues are common with extensive FIFA updates or modding. To scan for errors, use the built-in repair (Origin) or verify (Steam) functions:

Origin:

  1. Open Origin and go to My Game Library
  2. Right click on FIFA 23 and select Repair
  3. Wait for the repair process to finish, then try running FIFA 23 again

Steam:

  1. In your Library, right click FIFA 23 and go to Properties
  2. Under Local Files tab select Verify Integrity of Game Files
  3. Let Steam scan and restore missing/corrupted data, then test FIFA 23 again

If any file issues are discovered during checking, your game data will be re-synced ensuring you have the complete proper set of start-up files.

Fix #3: Update Graphics Drivers

Since FIFA 23 requires strong 3D rendering capabilities, graphics driver conflicts are sometimes the cause of loading problems. I recommend making sure you have the latest stabilized drivers from either Nvidia or AMD depending on your video card model:

Use the auto-detect tools to identify your specific graphics card, then run a customized installer to update the drivers accordingly. Once installed, reboot and see if FIFA 23 will get past the splash screen.

Fix #4: Add Exceptions in Windows Security

Overzealous Windows Security tools like antivirus and firewalls sometimes overstep and block FIFA 23 improperly. To add exceptions:

  1. Open Windows Security settings
  2. Click on Virus & Threat Protection
  3. Under Ransomware Protection, click Manage Ransomware Protection
  4. Make sure FIFA 23 is added to the Allowed Apps list

You can follow similar steps to add rules for the Origin/EA/Steam clients in the Firewall tab. Excluding FIFA 23 allows the loading process to initialize without interference.

Fix #5: Uninstall and Reinstall FIFA 23 Properly

If none of the above fixes resolve the stuck loading screen in FIFA 23, the nuclear option is completely uninstalling then reinstalling a fresh copy of the game correctly.

  1. Backup any saves or custom content you want to keep
  2. Use the Windows Apps & Features screen to uninstall FIFA 23
  3. Close background programs and disable antivirus temp
  4. Restart computer to clear any lingering processes
  5. Reinstall FIFA 23 directly via the Origin client, NOT EA Play
  6. Right click Origin > Run as Admin
  7. Launch FIFA 23 checking for stuck loading

This "clean slate" installation isolates any clinging issues and often fixes stubborn loading errors when other fixes fail.

When to Contact EA Support

If you still encounter FIFA 23 stuck on splash screen after trying all troubleshooting methods, it‘s time to leverage official support channels:

  • EA Answers HQ – General contact form
  • AskEAHelp – Fast responses via Twitter DM
  • 1 (650) 628-1001 – EA help line call center

Provide your specific details including game version, platform, and any error messaging. EA Community Managers actively monitor and respond based on similar user reports. Response times vary from a couple hours to 24-48 hours in my experience.

Certain cases require waiting for a future patch when defects are discovered on EA‘s side. But reporting your stuck loading occurrence is crucial for them diagnosis.

The Frustration Ends Today

Dealing with FIFA 23 crashing on splash is no fun for anyone. But hopefully this guide gives you the troubleshooting ammo needed to get past loading and back scoring screamers. Let me know in the comments if any fixes work solving your stuck scenario!

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