In addition, crashes may also result from factors other than compatibility issues, such as corrupted game files, running too many background applications, and using high graphics settings. These are some common causes that might be contributing to the issue. It is always advisable to restart your PC before attempting to fix any issue. Sometimes, simply restarting the PC resolves the problem by restarting services and eliminating bugs that could be causing issues. Additionally, we recommend restarting Steam because this has helped several affected users. After completing these steps, proceed with the following troubleshooting methods.
1. Run with compatibility mode for Windows 7
Running a program in an earlier version of Windows can resolve various issues, including crashes, but only if the program was designed for that specific version of Windows. Since Granblue Fantasy Relink supports different compatibility settings, we can adjust it to an earlier version to see if it prevents crashes.
2. Disable overlays and background applications
Many Windows applications offer an overlay feature that displays content on top of applications. Overlays are particularly popular among gamers who wish to access messages, the store, and other features while playing a game. Common overlay features that often cause crashes include Steam overlay, Discord overlay, and GeForce In-game overlay. Therefore, if you are using any overlay applications, ensure they are disabled. Additionally, close all unnecessary background applications as they can consume a significant amount of memory, potentially leading to crashes. To begin with, disable the Steam overlay as it often causes crashes in Granblue Fantasy Relink.
3. Download Process Lasso
Process Lasso is an optimization tool that prioritizes system tasks during high CPU loads. While it is mainly used to maintain responsiveness in such conditions, it can also help optimize Windows to reduce memory consumption, possibly fixing crash issues.
4. Verify the game files
Verifying the game files is a standard troubleshooting step for game-related issues. It can restore any corrupted files that might be causing problems.
5. Reduce Graphics Settings
Crashing issues are common when high graphics settings are used on systems that cannot handle them. Moreover, it is prudent to reduce graphics settings even on high-end PCs as high graphics settings consume more system resources, which may cause crashes. Therefore, ensure your graphics settings are not set too high. If the problem is not resolved, ensure your Graphics Driver and operating system are updated. Sometimes, outdated drivers and systems cause crashes in games. Additionally, consider reinstalling the game to eliminate the possibility of corrupted files causing the issue.
