The most common cause is a lack of sufficient VRAM and GPU compute headroom during shader compilation, especially at high settings or with ray tracing enabled. Incompatible driver versions, particularly those between 531.xx and 572.xx (as reported in community forums), can also trigger instability and device hangs. To improve stability, try closing any background apps that might be using up your memory, like overlays, browsers, or recording tools. This frees up system memory and makes sure resources are allocated smoothly during gameplay. Lastly, make sure your system meets the game’s official requirements before you try any other fixes.
1. Adjust In-Game Graphics Settings
Lowering the in-game graphics settings can significantly reduce GPU load, especially if you’re using a low to mid-range graphics card. High settings consume more VRAM (Video RAM), which may lead to instability, crashes, or black screens during intense scenes or shader compilation.
2. Verify the Integrity of Game Files
Verifying the integrity of game files checks for any missing, corrupted, or modified files in the installation directory. Steam automatically replaces these files by downloading fresh copies from its servers. Since damaged or missing files can cause crashes or black screens, it’s strongly recommended to verify the game files before trying other solutions.
3. Configure Compatibility Settings
Configuring compatibility settings allows the game to run in an environment tailored for older versions of Windows, which can improve stability. It also helps bypass permission-related issues and enables Fullscreen Optimizations to reduce stuttering caused by Windows’ fullscreen enhancements.
4. Delete Temporary Files
Temporary files help reduce loading times by storing frequently accessed data locally. However, over time, these files can become corrupted or outdated, interfering with game performance or causing crashes. Deleting them allows the system to generate fresh temporary files, potentially resolving these issues.
5. Update Graphics Driver
An outdated or corrupted GPU driver is one of the most common causes of crashes and black screen issues. Updating your graphics driver improves compatibility, stability, and overall performance. Installing the latest version ensures optimal support for the game and may resolve persistent errors. If the game is still crashing, consider reinstalling it to eliminate any corrupted game files or misconfigured settings that may be causing the issue.
