Hey guys, If you’re here, you’re likely struggling to enjoy “Ghost of Tsushima” on PC due to annoying errors like the “DXGI Error Device Hung.”
Don’t worry; you’re at the right post. We’ve all been there, and it can be incredibly frustrating when these issues prevent you from diving into your favourite game.
Before diving into the main fix, it’s worth noting that there are several commonly suggested solutions that, unfortunately, have not proven effective for most players. These include:
- Update Graphics Driver: Ensuring your graphics driver is up-to-date.
- Turn Off Overlay Apps: Disabling any FPS counters, MSI Afterburner, etc.
- Switch to Exclusive Fullscreen: This can sometimes stabilize performance.
- Disable AMD Frame Gen: Helpful for those with AMD GPUs.
- Disable Dynamic Resolution: Turning this off in the game settings.
These steps are often recommended but rarely solve the issue. Now, let’s get to the core solution that works to fix the device hung error:
Before we get to the main fix, let’s ensure you’re on the same page with some general maintenance tips:
- Update Game Files: Make sure your game is fully updated.
- Check GPU Drivers: Use the latest drivers, but don’t blindly update them without checking for potential issues.
- Install DirectX Correctly: Ensure DirectX is properly installed.
- Functional PC: The PC is in good working order with all the latest patches & updates.
Now, let’s dive into the main fix that has worked for me to resolve the device hung issue:
Main Fix
- Set the Game to High Performance: Adjust this in the graphics settings menu.
- Monitor GPU and RAM Usage: Use Task Manager to observe your system’s GPU and RAM usage when starting and playing the game (Alt + Tab to switch between the game and Task Manager).
Here’s what you need to do based on your observations:
High RAM Usage: If your PC’s RAM usage is high, lower the game’s graphics settings. Increasing virtual RAM can also help keep things running smoothly.
GPU Usage Issues:
If your GPU memory usage is low and the game crashes, increase the graphics settings. This might sound counterintuitive, but boosting the settings can stabilize the game.
Increase the Resolution: For example, change from 1080p to 2K. This can help better utilize your GPU’s resources.
If your GPU is maxed out, reduce the game resolution to see if the issue resolves.
The “device hung” error is primarily related to GPU usage. When the GPU feels throttled, it may restart processes, causing the game to crash or freeze.
My Experience
For me, this fix worked perfectly. I play on a system with a 1080p screen, but I had to set the resolution to 2K to get the game to run smoothly. My GPU is an RX6700 (non-XT variant), and tweaking these settings made all the difference.
I hope this solution works for you too! Let me know if you found this helpful, and feel free to share any additional tips that worked for you. Happy gaming!