The main reason is bad optimization for DirectX 12. Other causes can include old graphics drivers, missing pre-loaded graphics, or problems with overlay programs like Steam or Discord. This guide will show you the steps you can take to fix lagging issues in Callisto Protocol.
Prerequisites: Check your System Requirements
If your system specifications do not meet the minimum requirements for Callisto Protocol, you may experience stuttering and lag. Before trying any other fixes, make sure your computer meets the game’s requirements. Here’s how you can check your system specifications: Minimum Requirements
64-bit processor and operating system requiredOS: Windows 10/11Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen™ 5 2600Memory: 8 GB RAMGraphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1060 or AMD Radeon™ RX 580DirectX: Version 11Storage: 75 GB available space
1. Run Callisto Protocol On Low Settings
If you run Callisto Protocol at high graphics settings, the game will load more detailed textures, which can slow down your computer and cause lag. To improve performance, set the game to low settings before you start playing.
Low Settings
V-Sync: OffFrame Rate Limit: UnlimitedDirectX: 11Full-Screen Mode: Full ScreenResolution: Choose the one that fits your monitor (e.g., 1920 x 1080)HDR: DisabledGamma: Monitor SRGBLighting Quality: StandardShadow Quality: MediumVolumetric Quality: MediumParticle Quality: MediumScreen Space Reflection: EnabledPhysical Refractions: EnabledDepth of Field: EnabledMotion Blur: DisabledSubsurface Scattering: EnabledAnti-Aliasing: TemporalAAFilm Grain: OffFSR2 Quality Mode: BalancedMesh Quality: Low-MediumTexture Quality: MediumTexture Filter Quality: Medium
2. Run Callisto Protocol on Performance Mode
Switching to performance mode in Callisto Protocol boosts the game’s frame rate to 60fps, instead of the 30fps in quality mode. This helps eliminate lag.
3. Delete Temporary Files
Temporary files can take up space on your hard drive and reduce your system’s performance, leading to lag. Deleting these files may help.
4. Close Unwanted Programs and Services on Windows
Background programs and services can consume system resources, causing Callisto Protocol to lag. It’s best to close these unnecessary processes.
6. Verify the Integrity of your Game Files
Lagging can also happen if some game files are missing or corrupted. You can check and repair these files through your game launcher.
6.1. For Steam
6.2. For Epic Games
7. Change Control Panel Settings
Having high settings in your graphics card control panel can reduce your game’s performance. Adjusting these settings for better performance may help reduce lag.
Monitor Technology: G-SyncMaximum Pre-rendered Frames: 2Threaded Optimization: OnPower Management: Prefer Maximum PerformanceTexture Filtering – Quality: PerformanceLow Latency Mode: Ultra
Note: AMD users can adjust these settings instead:
Anti-Aliasing Mode: Use application settingsAnti-aliasing Method: MultisamplingMorphological Filtering: OffAnisotropic Filtering Mode: Use application settingsTexture Filtering Quality: PerformanceSurface Format Optimization: OnWait for V-sync: OffOpenGL Triple Buffering: OffShader Cache: AMD optimizedTessellation Mode: Override application settingsMaximum Tessellation Level: OffGPU Workload: GraphicsChill: OffFrame Rate Target Control: Disabled
8. Update your Graphics Driver
An outdated graphics driver is one of the most common reasons for lag in games. Updating your graphics driver often improves performance. Note: If you use GeForce Experience or your driver is already up to date, follow these steps to update through GeForce Experience:
9. Install Low Specs Experience
For additional optimization, you can download and install Low Specs Experience to manually fine-tune Callisto Protocol’s settings for the best performance.
10. Reinstall the Game
If none of the above solutions work, as a last resort, try reinstalling Callisto Protocol. Here is how you can do it on both Steam and Epic Games:
10.1. Steam
10.2. Epic Games
