If Monster Hunter Wilds is crashing or stuttering on your PC, here’s how to fix it
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Finally, after a long wait, Monster Hunter Wilds is out now for everyone, including PC players. It was easily one of the most hyped games of this year, but like every new game, this one also has some problems that are ruining the experience of many. Some players are complaining about the game constantly crashing, while others are facing stuttering issues. These issues can happen for different reasons, like system compatibility, outdated drivers, or a temporary bug or glitch.
If you’re currently in the same boat, don’t worry, as we’ll walk you through a handful of methods that will help eliminate the issues. However, before doing anything else, make sure to restart your PC first, as this simple method often ends up fixing major problems.
Why is Monster Hunter Wilds crashing or stuttering on my PC?
The game could be crashing on your system due to the following reasons:
- Outdated GPU drivers.
- Corrupt game files.
- Incorrect compatibility settings.
- Temporary bug or glitch.
How to fix Monster Hunter Wilds crashing or stuttering on PC
Here are a handful of methods you can try if the issues are not going away on their own.
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Run the game in compatibility mode
Sometimes, a game may not work well with newer Windows versions, which can cause the game to crash. Fortunately, there’s a quick way to fix this.
- Right-click on the Monster Hunter Wilds shortcut or executable file.
- Select Properties from the menu.
- Click on the Compatibility tab.
- Check the box that says Run this program in compatibility mode for:
- From the dropdown list, select Windows 8.
- Click Apply, then OK.
- Launch the game and check if the issue is fixed.
Step
Run Steam as an administrator
Some games need special permissions to run properly. For this, you need to run Steam as an administrator.
- Close Steam completely if it is open.
- Right-click on the Steam shortcut.
- Click on Run as administrator.
- On the pop-up, click Yes to allow changes.
- Launch Monster Hunter Wilds via Steam and check if you’re still facing issues.
Step
Clear Steam’s cache
Sometimes, Steam's download cache can cause problems with game files, which can lead to crashing or stuttering issues. Thankfully, Steam has an option that lets you quickly clear cache. Don’t worry, this method won’t delete your games or important data, but you will be asked to log into Steam again.
- Open Steam on your PC.
- Click on Steam in the top-left corner.
- Select Settings from the dropdown menu.
- In the Settings panel, go to the Downloads tab.
- Scroll down and click Clear Download Cache.
- A pop-up will appear. Click Confirm.
- Restart Steam, log in, and launch the game.
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Update GPU drivers
Finally, make sure that you’ve updated your GPU drivers to the latest version. AMD, Intel, and Nvidia release new drivers for their cards from time to time, and these make them compatible with the latest games. Without them, you can face performance issues, including crashing and stuttering in Monster Hunter Wilds. So, head over to the official website of your GPU’s manufacturer or use the dedicated application, like the Nvidia App or AMD Radeon Software, and download the latest version from there.
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