If settings keep resetting, delete the hardwaresettings folder entirely; the game will generate a fresh, working version on the next launch. Multi-Core CPU Crash Fix
: Modern security suites often block the game’s attempt to write to the Documents folder (Controlled Folder Access). Adding the dirt3_game.exe
: Right-click the game executable or desktop shortcut, select Properties , go to the Compatibility tab, and check Run this program as an administrator . Toggle Autosave Off
: For a "full fix" that removes the GFWL requirement entirely, many players use a community tool called XLiveLess .