Oblivion Black screen error message "problem caused oblivion to close"

[Phohato]

Oblivion Black screen error message "problem caused oblivion to close"

Ok im new,title says all. plz help, i got oblivion elder scrolls regular not GOTY. error message "problem caused oblivion to close. Searching for solutions to the problem". none has come up , any way i can fix this?

tried patches , oldblivion , .ini files , compatability stuff , antivirus issues , like everything!!

can u plz help , thx!

Computer type Laptop
System Manufacturer/Model Number Lenovo
OS Windows 7 Ultimate 32 Bit
CPU T2060 @ 1.60 GHz 1.60 GHz
Motherboard Unknown
Memory 2.00 GB
Graphics Card Mobile Intel(R) 945 Express Chipset Family | 256 GB

Hard Drives 105 GB
Antivirus McAfree
Browser Chrome

 

[sygnus21]

Hello Phohato, Welcome to sevenforums

Sorry but you'll need to provide a bit more information. And where did you get the game from.

Also, the integrated graphics you have there aren't exactly friendly to the game.

You might look to this post for some tips or suggestions - http://www.sevenforums.com/gaming/77293-tips-troubleshooting-game-issues.html

Let us know.

 

[Phohato]

ok

out the box. like almost new , used it before on xp. not scratched. (cd disk). never got on game . just launcher menu then press play , problem error comes up again.
directx 11 , game i think is 9? so.. i know its impossible to goe back but can it be fixed or something?

oh and before u replied , just saying , i know ur the expert here but desktop icon *right click* troubleshoot problems says should work 4 windows xp service pack 2. but same error message

what do you mean about integrated graphics , should i do something about that? if so what?

i checkd the tips and reveiwed them thanks anyway

 

[AstaLaVista]

what we are trying to say is that you have a laptop with integrated video card, not a dedicated one that would have more power... your laptop is designed for every day use, something like office work, browsing the internet and/or watching a youtube video.

I don't know how heavy on CPU or GPU that game is but the only thing I can recommend you to do is... download fresh copies of Audio and Video drivers and saved them to a Temp folder, uninstall your drivers, restart, allow windows 7 to install generic drivers, then go ahead and install the newer drivers, hope to God that all you had were corrupted drivers when you install the game.

If problem persists then try to uninstall the game again and do a new installation of game... hopefully that will work out for you.

Again, your laptop is a little dated and it was not meant to play games.

What is the model of your Lenovo? perhaps we can help with finding new drivers if you don't know how... Lenovo's have an application that allows for automatic updating of your whole system, you may want to look into that as well... at least mine had it

 

[Phohato]

ill try

i have
Manufacturer: lenovo
System Model: 076804U
System Type: X86-based pc
BIOS Version/Date: LENOVO 63ET62WW, 4/30/2007

is it good if my system rating is 3.1 , lowest being on gaming? i think no.

i dont know how to search 4 drivers so there they r

 

[Dude]

Check this site

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion system requirements | Can I Run The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion

Your cpu and graphics are below minimum.

 

[sygnus21]

Check this site

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion system requirements | Can I Run The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion

Your cpu and graphics are below minimum.

Mentioned the GPU earlier, didn't look to hard at CPU, but yeah, below specs isn't good. It's also mentioned in my tips guide to check specs.

And the "integrated Graphics" in this case is built into your motherboard, so you probably can't change it. And I say probably because "some" laptops allow you to switch them out, but you would have to look into that yourself - ask the manufacturer.

That said, were I a betting man, I'd say no, you can't swap cards. So you have what you have.

Good luck.

 

[Phohato]

ok thanx 4 taking time to reply , i should be getting something soon

its just sad i have this awesome game and i cant play,

 

[AstaLaVista]

Try that link given by Dude (I think it was) and check your system specs for the game.

If you can't play it... jotted down to experience and try to learn from it.

The lesson here is... unless you have money to burn, search and educate yourself of the product before you purchase!

 

[sygnus21]

Sometimes it's the luck of the draw whether a game will play on below spec'd systems at times. And to be honest, there could be something else going on, but since the system is below specs, it kind of trumps everything else since it's the most likely thing causing the issue.

Basically I’m saying that because your system is below specs, it could be hiding other issues causing the game not to run.

 

[Phohato]

so what would u reccomend i could buy from like best buy or something that will work with oblivion

 

[Dude]

so what would u reccomend i could buy from like best buy or something that will work with oblivion

As in a new computer? What is your budget?

 

[Phohato]

like 500-800

 

[Dude]

Here is a start, I'm sure other will have some recommendations for you.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.99 @ Microcenter)
Motherboard: ASRock Z77 Extreme4 ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($129.98 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($70.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Scorpio Blue 500GB 2.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 650 Ti 2GB Video Card ($138.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Zalman Z11 Plus ATX Mid Tower Case ($54.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 500W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($54.99 @ Microcenter)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.94 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $779.85
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-06-05 21:12 EDT-0400)

 

[sygnus21]

Very nice job of putting this together for the OP. Economical, yet very game worthy. + 1

Here is a start, I'm sure other will have some recommendations for you.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.99 @ Microcenter)
Motherboard: ASRock Z77 Extreme4 ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($129.98 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($70.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Scorpio Blue 500GB 2.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 650 Ti 2GB Video Card ($138.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Zalman Z11 Plus ATX Mid Tower Case ($54.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 500W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($54.99 @ Microcenter)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.94 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $779.85
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-06-05 21:12 EDT-0400)

 

[AstaLaVista]

STAY AWAY from Best Buy as much as you can, unless of course, getting shafted is part of your enjoyment!

But seriously though, follow Dude's link, pull the pin and bust that thing open

 

[Dude]

Phohato, I don't know what your preference is, but an AMD build could save some money I think. With a 8350 you can build a great rig.