Tech fixes · Windows PC Problems

# Games Crashing or Running Slow on Your PC? How to Fix It

Cleanly update the graphics driver, verify the game files in Steam, Epic or Battle.net, close overlays and background apps, and check temperatures. Many new PCs also run their memory below its rated speed until it’s switched on in BIOS.

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## Try this first

- Update the graphics driver from NVIDIA, AMD or Intel
- Verify or repair the game files in the launcher
- Turn off overlays one at a time (Discord, the Xbox Game Bar and others)
- Set Windows’ power mode to Best performance
- Check temperatures while playing
- Make sure the monitor is plugged into the graphics card, not the motherboard

Common causes

- An outdated or half-installed graphics driver
- Damaged game files
- Overlays and background apps
- Overheating
- Memory running below its rated speed

## When it’s more than a quick fix

If the whole PC freezes or shuts off under load, it may be the power supply or cooling, which needs hands-on work.

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We tune drivers, settings and background apps over Remote Help and tell you if any part is holding the PC back.

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## Questions

### Why does my new gaming PC run worse than expected?

Often the memory is running below its rated speed, or the monitor is plugged into the motherboard instead of the graphics card.

### Do I need to reinstall Windows to fix game crashes?

Rarely. Drivers, game files and settings fix most crashes.

### Can you fix this remotely?

We tune drivers, settings and background apps over Remote Help and tell you if any part is holding the PC back.

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