Game instability causing frequent crashes across multiple titles.
Game instability causing frequent crashes across multiple titles.
Previously, this issue was isolated to Final Fantasy XIV, a situation I resolved by utilizing DirectX 9. However, it has become significantly more frequent lately without any discernible cause. Initially, my secondary display will simply turn black, followed by a crash within approximately 30 seconds, resulting in the game closing abruptly—similar to pressing Alt+F4. I’ve attempted various solutions, including increasing available memory by closing other applications like Chrome, deleting temporary files, maximizing RAM usage, and rebooting my computer along with updating drivers; yet the problem persists. This malfunction affects a wide range of games, including Rage 2, Exanima, Pillars of Eternity 2, and Mordhau. It began occurring just last week.
System Specifications:
CPU: Intel i7-6700K @ 4.00 GHz
Motherboard: Gigabyte H170-Gaming 3
RAM: 16 GB
Storage: Intel 200GB SSD, 2x Samsung 500GB SSD
GPU: Titan X Hybrid
Power Supply Unit: Cougar RS 750W
Case: CoolerMaster Storm Scout
Operating System: Windows 10 64-Bit
Have there been any recent Windows updates or device updates installed before the system malfunctioned?
Previous modifications were not applied, but I attempted to refresh the graphics card and observed no alterations. It’s possible a Windows update occurred automatically without my awareness. Additionally, I’ve observed that approximately 30% of my system memory is consistently utilized, with Chrome accounting for the largest portion at 837 MB.
Execute the Memtest tool to briefly assess your system's memory. Furthermore, investigate whether it fails when you are at the graphical user interface. Consider using Malwarebytes as 30% of your RAM is currently being utilized. Then, access Event Viewer and navigate to the Systems tab to determine if you can correlate any errors with instances of crashing, allowing us to identify the root cause.
Unfortunately, it appears my graphics card failed completely. The screens remain dark except when connected directly to the motherboard. Farewell, Titan X.