The s1sp64_ship.exe error in Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare typically signifies a crash of the single-player executable. Common causes include corrupted game files, outdated graphics drivers, or conflicts with system hardware settings like Nvidia Optimus. Core Fixes for s1sp64_ship.exe
- Insert the game disc and run a repair from the installer menu.
- Or reinstall the game entirely after backing up your save files (located in
Documents\Activision\Call of Duty Advanced Warfare\players).
If still crashing
Rationale:
The IW engine’s audio module has known thread-safety issues with USB audio devices operating at 48 kHz or higher with surround sound enabled.
Since Advanced Warfare was released in 2014, Windows 10 and 11 permissions can sometimes block the executable from accessing necessary folders.
- Launch the Steam client and go to the Library tab.
- Right-click on Call of Duty Advanced Warfare and select Properties.
- Click on Verify Integrity of Game Files.
- Note exception code (EX: 0xc0000005), faulting module, and offset from Event Viewer.
- Provide minidump if created (Windows Error Reporting or game crash dumps).
Disable Steam Overlay:
Right-click the game in Steam > Properties > General > Toggle off "Enable the Steam Overlay while in-game."