How to Fix Apex Legends Crashing on PC

Apex Legends crashing on PC can be caused by outdated drivers, corrupted files, or conflicting software. These fixes target the most common crash causes.

Method 1: Update Graphics Drivers

1. Open Device Manager and expand Display adapters.
2. Right-click your GPU and select Update driver.
3. Choose Search automatically for drivers.
4. Alternatively, download the latest drivers directly from NVIDIA or AMD.
5. Restart your PC and launch Apex Legends.

Method 2: Repair Game Files

1. Open Steam (or EA App).
2. Right-click Apex Legends in your library.
3. Select Properties > Local Files > Verify Integrity of Game Files.
4. Wait for the verification to complete and fix corrupted files.
5. Restart and launch the game.

Method 3: Lower Graphics Settings

1. Launch Apex Legends and go to Settings > Video.
2. Set Display Mode to Fullscreen.
3. Lower Texture Quality and Model Detail.
4. Disable Anti-Aliasing and Ambient Occlusion.
5. Apply changes and test for crashes.

Method 4: Disable Overlays

1. Disable Steam Overlay in Steam > Settings > In-Game.
2. Disable Discord Overlay in Discord > Settings > Game Overlay.
3. Close GeForce Experience or AMD Software overlays.
4. Disable Xbox Game Bar in Windows Settings > Gaming.
5. Launch Apex Legends and check if crashing stops.

Method 5: Reinstall the Game

1. Uninstall Apex Legends from Steam or EA App.
2. Delete the remaining game folder from your drive.
3. Restart your PC.
4. Reinstall from your library.
5. Launch and test for stability.