Modern Warfare 2 error code 0x00001337 - How to fix

Modern Warfare 2 error code 0x00001337 - How to fix
Credit: Activision

Modern Warfare 2 error code 0x00001337 - How to fix
Credit: Activision

If you keep getting Modern Warfare 2 error code 0x00001337, we can help.

Like many games, Modern Warfare 2 is not without its share of bugs and glitches. The Puget-Altus error, voice service unavailable issue, and error code 0x887a0005, to name a few. Modern Warfare 2 crashing with error code 0x00001337 is another problem that is affecting the game.

So in this guide, we'll go through a variety of solutions that have helped players get back to playing Modern Warfare 2, so you can get back to your virtual battlefield in no time. Let's get right into it!

How to fix Modern Warfare 2 error code 0x00001337

On December 15, Infinity Ward released a fix for Modern Warfare 2 according to the official Trello page. This fix was designed to significantly reduce the number of crashes on all platforms. However, despite this fix, some players are still experiencing crashes and receiving error code 0x00001337.

No worries, though. Because we have found some proven solutions on Reddit. Without further ado, here is how to fix Modern Warfare 2 error code 0x00001337:

  • Starting the game in safe mode fixed the issue for this user. Additionally, disable GeForce experience optimization and set graphic settings to performance while in safe mode.
  • Try removing Riot Shield as this person suggested and see if it makes any difference. If it doesn't, stop using Overkill.
  • If you have any Razer apps running, then disable them.
  • Also, make sure your graphics drivers are fully updated.

Hopefully, one of the suggestions will fix Modern Warfare 2 error code 0x00001337 for you. If not, you will have to wait for the devs to patch the issue.

What is Modern Warfare 2 error code 0x00001337?

The error code 0x00001337 is exclusive to PC, just like Modern Warfare 2 dev errors 6036 and 11557 are exclusive to PlayStation consoles. The error occurs during the gameplay and it crashes the game to the desktop.

The exact cause of this error is unknown but our guess is that software conflict between the game and other applications running on the system is the culprit. Whatever the cause may be, the suggestions we outlined here should fix the issue.

Now that Modern Warfare 2 error code 0x00001337 is fixed (hopefully), have a look at how to get rid of the error code diver in MW2.