Copy that, i'll try a re-install
thanks for the help

Addendum:
I am also using the most recent RVE mod launcher, if that is any help.
Game did not produce any logs from crash

Not quite sure if I am just an idiot, or if something is actually going wrong.
I have the most recent version of the RVE mod, and the support minimod that came with the .rar file.
Skirmish / Multiplayer matches will crash upon starting if the Enable DLC in Skirmish and Multiplayer option is enabled, but the mod runs fine without it despite being required.
Any suggestions?