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Old 03-30-18, 05:32 AM   #3
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Hi T
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cannot initialize 3D engine.
This points to a Direct X problem or GPU settings.

You do not say whether your SH3 is a download or dvd which would be useful to know.

Problem Solving the Error > Cannot initialize 3D Engine?

You first need to run Windows 10 in compatibility mode for Windows 7.
Post #3 Installing Or Re-Installing SH3 Correctly + OS Compatibility Modes.

Run all your applications as administrators.
Post #6 Running Applications As An Administrator.

Make sure your GPU is setup correctly.
Post #7 Changing Nvidia And AMD Radeon GPU Settings

You also might need to take a look at this SH5 fix is also relevant for SH3.
Post #412 Override High DPI Scaling Behavior > Pictorial
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