How to Fix Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC) and DirectX Errors in Smite 2 (EAC Login Failed)

Image Credit: Hi-Rez Studios, Smite 2

Let’s face it: there’s nothing more frustrating than launching Smite 2, ready to dominate the battlefield, only to be met with errors about Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC) or DirectX12 compatibility. If you’ve been banging your head against the wall trying to fix these issues, you’re not alone. After plenty of trial, error, and a deep dive into the murky waters of PC troubleshooting, we’ve got the solutions that we found worked for EAC Login Failed problems.

Grab a coffee (or something stronger), and let’s get you back in the game.

The Problem: Easy Anti-Cheat and DirectX Issues

The most common culprits are:

1. Easy Anti-Cheat not launching – You try running it, and it just blinks at you like a confused NPC.

2. DirectX12 compatibility errors – Smite 2 tells you DirectX12 isn’t supported, or it crashes before the game even starts.

Here’s the step-by-step guide to (hopefully) fixing these issues.

Step 1: Check for Windows Updates

Yes, I know. It’s the first suggestion in every troubleshooting guide, but hear me out.

• Go to your Windows search bar, type “update,” and click “Check for Updates.”

• If there are updates available, install them. Restart your system if needed.

• Pro tip: If Windows tells you it’s “up to date” but your PC still acts like it’s running on hamster power, consider manually updating your GPU drivers too.

Step 2: Reinstall Easy Anti-Cheat

Easy Anti-Cheat is supposed to prevent cheaters, but sometimes it feels like it’s cheating you out of gameplay. Here’s how to deal with it:

1. Navigate to the Easy Anti-Cheat folder in your Smite 2 installation directory.

2. Look for the EAC installer (it’s usually named something obvious, like EasyAntiCheat_Setup.exe).

3. Run the installer, click “Install” or “Repair,” and let it do its thing.

4. Once installed, try running the game again.

Still no luck? Don’t worry, we’re just getting warmed up.

Step 3: Fix Compatibility Settings

If your game refuses to cooperate, it might be stuck in the wrong compatibility mode (like Windows XP when you’re on Windows 11).

1. Go to the Smite 2 folder and find the game’s executable file (likely named Smite2.exe).

2. Right-click it, select “Properties,” and head to the “Compatibility” tab.

3. Uncheck every box in that tab. Yep, all of them.

4. Click “OK” and try launching the game again.

Step 4: Switch to DirectX11

If DirectX12 keeps throwing errors at you, it’s time to switch back to the reliable, less temperamental DirectX11.

• Open Steam, right-click Smite 2 in your library, and select “Properties.”

• In the “Launch Options” section, type -dx11 to force the game to use DirectX11.

• Launch the game and see if it works.

Think of DirectX11 as the game’s comforting ex—it may not be the flashiest, but it gets the job done.

Step 5: Delete Problematic Files

Some rogue files in your Smite 2 folder might be causing chaos.

1. Look for files like steam_api.dll.

2. If you find them, delete them. (Don’t worry, Steam will replace them if they’re important.)

3. Try running the game again.

Step 6: Run System File Checker

If Easy Anti-Cheat still isn’t playing nice, your system might have deeper issues.

1. Open the Windows search bar and type “cmd.”

2. Right-click “Command Prompt” and choose “Run as Administrator.”

3. Type the following command and press Enter:

   bash

   CopyEdit

   sfc /scannow

4. Let it scan and fix any system errors.

5. When it’s done, try launching Easy Anti-Cheat as an administrator again.

Step 7: Final Fixes for DirectX Errors

If none of the above worked, this might do the trick:

1. Go back to the Smite 2 installation folder.

2. Find the game executable, right-click, and choose “Properties.”

3. In the “Compatibility” tab, uncheck everything again (yes, double-check).

4. Delete any leftover steam_api.dll files, just in case.

5. Launch the game with DirectX11 (-dx11) or try DirectX12 if you’re feeling lucky.

For us, the game finally worked after reinstalling Easy Anti-Cheat and reset all compatibility settings. Switching to DirectX11 was also crucial, as my system just couldn’t handle DirectX12 (it happens).

Bonus Tips

• Don’t overthink it: Sometimes the solution is as simple as forcing the game to run on DirectX11 or reinstalling EAC.

• Avoid random tweaks: Messing around with game files and obscure settings can create more problems than it solves. Trust me, we’ve been there… Plenty of times.

• Ask for help if needed: If you’re still stuck, check forums or ask the community. Just don’t expect them to reply immediately—they’re probably busy “carrying” their teammates.

Hopefully, this guide gets you back into Smite 2 and away from the troubleshooting abyss. Good luck out there, and remember: if all else fails, you can always blame your internet connection.

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