However, crashes in Armored Core 6 are not solely attributed to the Ray Tracing function. Game file corruption and out-of-date GPU drivers are also common culprits. Having identified the primary causes, let us explore the solutions that have proven effective for many players. But before we begin, ensure your PC meets or exceeds the minimum system requirements for Armored Core 6. If your computer barely meets the requirements or falls short, you may need to lower game settings or upgrade your hardware.
1. Turn Off Ray Tracing
Before the advent of Ray Tracing, games had to rely on evenly placed artificial light sources for illumination, which often resulted in less lifelike visuals. With the progression of GPU technology, Ray Tracing was introduced to enhance game realism significantly. However, Ray Tracing is known to cause game crashes, including Armored Core 6, as it utilizes substantial GPU VRAM resources. As confirmed on the official Microsoft forum, this occurs even on high-end PCs. If you prefer not to disable ray tracing entirely, you can mitigate VRAM consumption by setting the Ray Tracing to Medium or Low.
2. Verify the Game Files
File corruption can also lead to crashes. This often happens after updates that may corrupt essential game files. Thus, verifying the integrity of game files through your game platform often repairs or replaces corrupted or missing files.
3. Run the Game and Launcher as Administrator
Applications typically run in non-administrative mode to prevent harmful system changes; however, some require admin privileges for crucial operations. Granting Armored Core 6 administrator privileges could potentially eliminate crashes.
4. Enable Vsync
Vsync (Vertical Synchronization) targets screen tearing issues, which occur when a monitor’s refresh rate isn’t in sync with the GPU’s FPS output. By limiting the FPS to align with the monitor’s refresh rate, Vsync can alleviate stress on the GPU and potentially prevent crashes.
5. Cap the FPS at 60
Capping the FPS at 60 can sometimes resolve crashing issues by preventing the GPU from overexerting itself to produce higher frame rates. If you haven’t tried capping your FPS, it might be worth a shot.
6. Install Studio Drivers
Studio drivers, known for their stability, are often more thoroughly tested and released less frequently than game-ready drivers, which update often and can sometimes cause instability.
7. Reinstall the GPU Driver
Keeping your Graphics Driver up-to-date is crucial for gameplay without crashes, particularly in action games like Armored Core 6. If updating doesn’t solve the problem, consider a full driver reinstallation. We suggest using DDU (Display Driver Uninstaller) for a thorough removal, followed by a fresh driver install.
