I had the same problem as you, sea post "another game wont load problem dated 14 Jan.
I was able to fix that screen by running a [AMD duel core processor optimiser program]and by disabling my anti virus program. However I am still having problems with the next screen, [character development]as the mouse pointer runs all over the screen any time I move the mouse, so I cant activate any of the settings. I hope you have better luck.
