Are you looking to fix crashes and performance issues in The Outlast Trials after the 1.0 update? Here’s what you need to do.
In short, the best way to fix performance issues is by verifying the integrity of game files, checking for GPU Driver updates, limiting your in-game FPS, and reinstalling the game.
Let’s go through each solution in turn.
Validate the Integrity of Game Files
The first and simplest way to fix crashes and other performance issues in The Outlast Trials is to check for an issue with the game files. Find The Outlast Trials on your Steam Library, right-click on it, and select ‘Properties’.
Next, navigate to the ‘Installed Files’ tab on the left and select ‘Verify integrity of game files’. Wait a few minutes until it’s completed, and try relaunching the game.
Update GPU Drivers & Windows
Another straightforward fix with any new game release is to check for a new update for your GPU Drivers.
Access your GPU’s software (Nvidia or AMD) and look for a notification on a new update. These can be downloaded and installed within a few minutes and usually help improve performance.
Similarly, check the Windows settings for available updates. This is done by pressing Windows+I and navigating to the Update & Security tab.
Limit In-Game FPS
A solution that worked for some users is accessing the in-game settings and limiting FPS. I recommend limiting it to 100 or 60 and checking to see if the issue happens again.
Additionally, you can try tweaking graphics settings. One setting that I recommend changing ASAP is resolution; the game runs significantly better on 1080p compared to 1440p.
Reinstall The Outlast Trials
If everything else fails, the last solution that has helped many players is completely reinstalling the game. Uninstall it through Steam and use File Explorer to ensure you’ve deleted all game-related files.
Reinstall it again, and hopefully, the issue will be fixed. Alternatively, wait for an update since the game was just released in 1.0 and an update patch with fixes is bound to arrive shortly.
Wrapping up
To summarize, the best way to fix crashing and performance issues in The Outlast Trials 1.0 release is by verifying the integrity of game files on Steam, ensuring your GPU drivers and Windows are updated, limiting FPS in-game, and, as a last resort, reinstalling the game.
If nothing works and you’re still facing issues, I highly recommend waiting for an update. With 1.0 just being released, some of the issues are game-related and we’re hoping for an optimization update soon.
What type of performance issue are you facing? Do you have any other solutions to recommend? Feel free to share them in the comments below.
Now that you’re back in the game, consider checking out our guides on how to get A+ Grade and all confidential room locations in The Outlast Trials.
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