Watch Dogs 2 | Creating Profile Data Stuck

If the cache data in your Ubisoft Connect launcher is corrupted, it may prevent new profile data from being written.

Caution: Only do this if you are comfortable with the Registry Editor.

Few things are as frustrating as buying a new game, installing it, and then being blocked by a loading screen before you even press "Start." For many PC players of Watch Dogs 2 , this is a common reality. The game often gets stuck on the initial launch screen with the message watch dogs 2 creating profile data stuck

This forces the game to rebuild the profile from scratch.

3. Grant Folder Permissions and Modify INI Path Configurations If the cache data in your Ubisoft Connect

A common fix is to grant the game the necessary permissions by running it as an administrator. Right-click on the WatchDogs2.exe file in the game's bin folder and select "Run as administrator." You can also set this permanently by going to Properties > Compatibility > check "Run this program as an administrator." Some users have also reported success running the Ubisoft Connect launcher as an administrator. Additionally, ensuring you are logged into your PC with an administrator account can help.

is a known, persistent bug usually caused by the game being unable to write to your save directory or a conflict with its anti-cheat software . The game often gets stuck on the initial

: Run both the game executable ( WatchDogs2.exe in the bin folder) and your launcher as an Administrator to bypass permission blocks. Why This Happens: Informative Review

Go to , then click Manage settings .