NBA 2k25: Error code 0x8 (Quick fix)

NBA 2k25: Error code 0x8 - The DLSS options will be disabled

This Error usually happens when NBA 2K25 can’t properly initialize NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), often due to:
Missing or corrupted DLSS-related files (like nvngx_dlss.dll)

Incompatible/old NVIDIA drivers

Conflicts from graphics injectors like ReShade

To resolve this issue try the steps below

Delete dxgi.dll from the game folder if you've ever installed reshade

Update Your GPU Driver (Clean Install)
During installation, choose Custom (Advanced) and tick Perform a clean installation to remove old files that might cause conflicts. Then restart your PC

If you have a third party antivirus program like avast and others try temporarily disable them before launching your game

Update or Reinstall NVIDIA DLSS Runtime
https://www.techpowerup.com/download/nvidia-dlss-dll/

If it all Fails Re-install your game

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