[2022] Unable to launch the game, crash after sharkintro when loading icon is spinning in bottom right corner

I think this is an Easy Anti-Cheat-related issue, but the error being produced is so obscure! Could you please perform a ‘Selective Startup’ which can help rule out any interference:

1. Press the Windows key
2. Type ‘msconfig’ and select ‘System Configuration’
3. On the ‘General’ tab, select ‘Selective Startup’
4. Deselect ‘Load Startup Items’
5. Reboot your PC
6. Launch Vermintide 2 as normal, and see if the issue persists