Disable the custom command

Oct 13, 2025 by wbrum.org 149 views

Introduction

When running a game with a forked custom command using SteamTinkerLaunch, it's possible to encounter issues where the game doesn't start, but the custom command is launched successfully. This article will guide you through troubleshooting and resolving this issue.

System Information

SteamTinkerLaunch version: v12.12
Distribution: SteamOS 3.6.22
Installation Method: with ProtonUp-Qt

Logs

The provided logs show that the custom command is launched successfully, but the game doesn't start. The game is running in the background, but there's no visible window or a way to switch to it.

Troubleshooting Steps

Check the game's process: Ensure that the game is running in the background by checking the process list. If the game is running, but not visible, try to switch to it using the Ctrl+Alt+Tab shortcut.
Verify the custom command: Check if the custom command is launched successfully by looking for any errors or warnings in the logs. If the custom command is launched, but the game doesn't start, try to launch the game manually using the waitforexitandrun command.
Check the game's configuration: Ensure that the game's configuration is correct and that the game is set to launch in the correct mode (e.g., windowed or full-screen).
Disable the custom command: Try launching the game without the custom command to see if it starts successfully. If the game starts without the custom command, it may indicate an issue with the custom command or its configuration.
Check for conflicts: Ensure that there are no conflicts between the custom command and the game's launch settings. Try launching the game with the custom command disabled to see if it starts successfully.

Resolving the Issue

Based on the provided logs, it appears that the game is running in the background, but there's no visible window or a way to switch to it. This may indicate an issue with the game's launch settings or the custom command's configuration.

To resolve this issue, try the following:

Disable the custom command: Try launching the game without the custom command to see if it starts successfully.
Check the game's configuration: Ensure that the game's configuration is correct and that the game is set to launch in the correct mode (e.g., windowed or full-screen).
Verify the custom command: Check if the custom command is launched successfully by looking for any errors or warnings in the logs.
Check for conflicts: Ensure that there are no conflicts between the custom command and the game's launch settings.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the issue of the game not starting with a forked custom command using SteamTinkerLaunch can be resolved by troubleshooting and resolving the underlying issues. By following the steps outlined in this article, you should be able to identify and fix the issue, allowing you to launch the game successfully with the custom command.

Additional Tips

Ensure that the game's configuration is correct and that the game is set to launch in the correct mode (e.g., windowed or full-screen).
Verify that the custom command is launched successfully by looking for any errors or warnings in the logs.
Check for conflicts between the custom command and the game's launch settings.
Try launching the game without the custom command to see if it starts successfully.

References

SteamTinkerLaunch documentation: https://github.com/sonic2kk/steamtinkerlaunch
SteamOS documentation: https://docs.steampowered.com/doc/steam-os
Proton documentation: https://github.com/ValveSoftware/Proton
Q&A: Game Won't Start with Forked Custom Command =====================================================

Q: What is the issue with the game not starting with a forked custom command?

A: The issue is that the game is running in the background, but there's no visible window or a way to switch to it. This may indicate an issue with the game's launch settings or the custom command's configuration.

Q: How do I troubleshoot the issue?

A: To troubleshoot the issue, try the following:

Check the game's process: Ensure that the game is running in the background by checking the process list. If the game is running, but not visible, try to switch to it using the Ctrl+Alt+Tab shortcut.
Verify the custom command: Check if the custom command is launched successfully by looking for any errors or warnings in the logs. If the custom command is launched, but the game doesn't start, try to launch the game manually using the waitforexitandrun command.
Check the game's configuration: Ensure that the game's configuration is correct and that the game is set to launch in the correct mode (e.g., windowed or full-screen).
Disable the custom command: Try launching the game without the custom command to see if it starts successfully. If the game starts without the custom command, it may indicate an issue with the custom command or its configuration.
Check for conflicts: Ensure that there are no conflicts between the custom command and the game's launch settings. Try launching the game with the custom command disabled to see if it starts successfully.

Q: What are some common causes of the issue?

A: Some common causes of the issue include:

Incorrect game configuration: Ensure that the game's configuration is correct and that the game is set to launch in the correct mode (e.g., windowed or full-screen).
Custom command conflicts: Ensure that there are no conflicts between the custom command and the game's launch settings.
Game launch settings: Ensure that the game's launch settings are correct and that the game is set to launch in the correct mode (e.g., windowed or full-screen).
SteamTinkerLaunch configuration: Ensure that SteamTinkerLaunch is configured correctly and that the game is set to launch in the correct mode (e.g., windowed or full-screen).

Q: How do I resolve the issue?

A: To resolve the issue, try the following:

Disable the custom command: Try launching the game without the custom command to see if it starts successfully.
Check the game's configuration: Ensure that the game's configuration is correct and that the game is set to launch in the correct mode (e.g., windowed or full-screen).
Verify the custom command: Check if the custom command is launched successfully by looking for any errors or warnings in the logs.
Check for conflicts: Ensure that there are no conflicts between the custom command and the game's launch settings.

Q: What are some additional tips for troubleshooting the issue?

A: Some additional tips for troubleshooting the issue include:

Check the game's logs: Check the game's logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate the cause of the issue.
Check the custom command's logs: Check the custom command's logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate the cause of the issue.
Try launching the game in a different mode: Try launching the game in a different mode (e.g., windowed or full-screen) to see if it starts successfully.
Check for conflicts with other applications: Check for conflicts with other applications that may be running on the system.

Q: How do I prevent the issue from occurring in the future?

A: To prevent the issue from occurring in the future, try the following:

Ensure that the game's configuration is correct: Ensure that the game's configuration is correct and that the game is set to launch in the correct mode (e.g., windowed or full-screen).
Verify the custom command: Verify that the custom command is launched successfully by looking for any errors or warnings in the logs.
Check for conflicts: Ensure that there are no conflicts between the custom command and the game's launch settings.
Regularly update SteamTinkerLaunch: Regularly update SteamTinkerLaunch to ensure that you have the latest features and bug fixes.