The problem lies with DirectX, either the minimum (to get the game to start) isn't installed or it's corrupted. Simple solution head over to Microsoft's website and download the latest one or go here: To download it instead (it's really the same file either way). Install it, if it successfully installs then, try starting the game again. If it works I was right, if it doesn't well you're on your own.
Last resort suggestions (ONLY to be tried after my 1st recommendation!): 1) Uninstall the game, restart computer then reinstall game 2) Install the latest DRIVERS for your Motherboard and Graphic Card or Chipset and install the latest WINDOWS 7 updates! 3) Get the PATCH for the game version 1.3, install BEFORE opening the game only! NOTE: The patch replaces the original speed.exe file with version 1.3 and ADDS a few more files.
For Need for Speed: Shift on the PC, a GameFAQs message board topic titled 'SOLUTIONS. Sound Card: DirectX Compatible. However, after setting it, save the driver's profile (in-game), Quit the game and re-run,. Feb 15, 2015 If you are facing issues related to DirectX, then refer to the article and check: Diagnosing basic problems with DirectX You may also get in touch with EA support to check for any games updates required for the game to work with Windows 8.
4) If using a CRACK: copy it to installation folder and OVERWRITE the original. NOTE: The crack must be ONLY be VERSION 1.3. 5) Open the game one last time and pray that it works.
Opisanie pacyuka v noch pered rozhdestvom. NOTE: If it still refuses to open the SWITCH the compatibility to XP SP2 or 3 it should work with these setting. If problems persist then DOWNGRADE operating system to XP (SP2 or 3) Vista (any SP) or WAIT for windows 7 SP1 to be released.