The graphics card, a QuestionRX5700, is experiencing frequent failures during gameplay with Space Engineers.
The graphics card, a QuestionRX5700, is experiencing frequent failures during gameplay with Space Engineers.
Upon initiating the game, I was able to launch it without issue and proceeded to create a private server inviting only my friends. However, upon beginning gameplay, the screen immediately turned black, resulting in a game crash. Previously, I experienced a similar problem with version 19.9.2 of the graphics driver, where a black screen accompanied by audio would appear, requiring a system restart to resolve. Updating the driver to 19.12.3 alleviated this initial problem, though it did not prevent the game from crashing entirely. Interestingly, I've consistently achieved smooth performance—often exceeding 80 frames per second or reaching 100-120fps at high settings—in demanding titles such as Rust and Shadow of the Tomb Raider on the same system. Furthermore, I’ve encountered no performance issues with other games within this configuration. Despite these consistent successes, the problem persists and I am unsure of how to rectify it.
I’m experiencing a similar predicament with this. Disabling power saving features and applying several driver updates alongside some stress testing have not resolved the situation, leaving me unable to pinpoint the root cause. The instability appears primarily when navigating towards planetary systems, though it doesn’t manifest during gameplay in outer space. Altering graphical configurations proves inconsequential; the display simply fades to black, accompanied by a brief audio cue before complete cessation. Occasionally, utilizing the Windows+Ctrl+Shift+B command sequence prevents a full shutdown and restart, though this method is unreliable. A potential contributing factor could be my EVGA 500-watt power supply, although this remains uncertain.
My purchase of Space Engineers has unfortunately presented me with a consistent issue on my RX 5700 graphics card.
I’ve finally found a workable resolution. If you're running Windows 10, it’s necessary to disable the quick start feature within power management settings. Subsequently, open a command window (Windows key --> cmd --> Enter) and type “shutdown -g -t 0” followed by pressing enter, then initiate a system restart. It’s functioning perfectly for me now.
Your graphics card isn’t running with the newest drivers—version 19.12.3 is currently available and addresses problems involving game crashes, screen blackouts, and freezing behavior. This instability stemmed largely from a flawed update released by AMD at the beginning of the year, impacting numerous users. It’s advisable to prioritize updating your drivers before investigating any other potential solutions.
The issue might not stem from the driver version you recently installed; a computer system is complex and various components could be at fault. Driver updates are simply one step in ruling out potential causes.