{"id":200758,"date":"2025-08-06T17:31:07","date_gmt":"2025-08-06T09:31:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drivereasy.com\/?post_type=knowledgebase&#038;p=200758"},"modified":"2025-08-06T17:33:06","modified_gmt":"2025-08-06T09:33:06","slug":"solved-peak-game-crashing","status":"publish","type":"knowledgebase","link":"https:\/\/www.drivereasy.com\/knowledge\/solved-peak-game-crashing\/","title":{"rendered":"[SOLVED] PEAK Game Crashing on Windows"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Many Windows users playing PEAK have experienced abrupt crashes, whether shortly after a campfire, during entry into the Tropics biome, or without warning on startup. If you&#8217;re in the same boat, don&#8217;t worry. The root causes can vary, but this guide walks you through proven, community-verified strategies to restore stability and bring your PEAK experience crashing to an end. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-try-these-fixes\">Try These Fixes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You may not need to try them all; simply work your way down the list until you find the one that works for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#h-1-run-the-game-in-directx12\">Run the Game in DirectX12<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-2-update-graphics-driver\">Update Graphics Driver<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-3-update-windows\">Update Windows<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-4-verify-integrity-of-game-files\">Verify Integrity of Game Files<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-5-disable-steam-overlay\">Disable Steam Overlay<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-6-run-the-game-as-administrator\">Run the Game as Administrator<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-7-run-the-game-on-the-dedicated-gpu\">Run the Game on the Dedicated GPU<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-8-reset-display-settings-via-registry\">Reset Display Settings via Registry<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"460\" height=\"215\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/how-to-fix-PEAK-crashing.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-200792\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/how-to-fix-PEAK-crashing.jpg 460w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/how-to-fix-PEAK-crashing-150x70.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 460px) 100vw, 460px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-run-the-game-in-directx12\">1. Run the Game in DirectX12<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many users confirm that forcing PEAK to use <strong>DirectX\u202f12 improves stability<\/strong>. Rendering APIs like Vulkan can be prone to instability in certain builds or hardware combinations, especially during intense early-game scenes. In contrast, DX12 offers more consistent performance across a wider range of Windows setups and graphics configurations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To run PEAK using DX12:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list brackets\">\n<li>Click the <strong>PLAY <\/strong>button. When a prompt appears at launch, select <strong>Play PEAK using DX12<\/strong>. <br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"586\" height=\"530\" class=\"wp-image-200763\" style=\"width: 450px\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/play-PEAK-using-DX12.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/play-PEAK-using-DX12.png 586w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/play-PEAK-using-DX12-150x136.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 586px) 100vw, 586px\" \/><br \/><br \/>You can also check the box next to <strong>Always use this option<\/strong>. Then click <strong>Play<\/strong>. If you&#8217;re still having constant crashes, you can force PEAK to run on DX12 by modifying the launch option. Follow the steps below.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Right-click PEAK, and select <strong>Properties<\/strong>. <br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"452\" height=\"626\" class=\"wp-image-200764\" style=\"width: 400px\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Steam-Properties.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Steam-Properties.png 452w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Steam-Properties-433x600.png 433w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Steam-Properties-108x150.png 108w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 452px) 100vw, 452px\" \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the <strong>General <\/strong>tab, locate the <strong>LAUNCH OPTIONS <\/strong>section, and type or paste the command line <strong>-force-d3d13<\/strong> into the text field. <br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1045\" height=\"546\" class=\"wp-image-200767\" style=\"width: 950px\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/force-PEAK-to-run-on-DirectX-12.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/force-PEAK-to-run-on-DirectX-12.png 1045w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/force-PEAK-to-run-on-DirectX-12-600x313.png 600w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/force-PEAK-to-run-on-DirectX-12-150x78.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1045px) 100vw, 1045px\" \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Close the window and test your gameplay. If the crashes still happen to you, try other fixes below. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-update-graphics-driver\">2. Update Graphics Driver<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A fully <strong>up-to-date graphics driver<\/strong> can dramatically reduce crashes, black screens, or sudden shutdowns when playing PEAK. The game\u2019s performance relies on stable rendering support, which may break if your GPU driver is outdated, missing essential optimizations, or incompatible with new game patches or Windows updates. Ensuring your driver is current helps stabilize graphics rendering, especially during demanding gameplay moments. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can manually update your graphics driver by visiting the official support page for your GPU manufacturer, either <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nvidia.com\/en-us\/drivers\/\" rel=\"dofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NVIDIA<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amd.com\/en\/support\/download\/drivers.html\" rel=\"dofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">AMD<\/a>, and download the latest compatible driver for your graphics card model and operating system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, manually updating drivers can be tedious, especially if you\u2019re not tech-savvy. For hassle-free updates, try&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drivereasy.com\/kb\/DriverEasy_Setup.exe\" rel=\"nofollow\">Driver Easy<\/a><\/strong>, a powerful tool that&nbsp;<strong>scans your system for outdated or missing drivers, then downloads and installs the latest versions automatically<\/strong>. All drivers are verified, sourced directly from manufacturers, and 100% safe. You can even choose specific versions to install or roll back problematic updates with a single click.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list brackets\">\n<li>Download and install Driver Easy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Run Driver Easy and click the&nbsp;<strong>Scan Now<\/strong>&nbsp;button. Driver Easy will then scan your computer and detect any problem drivers.<br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"660\" class=\"wp-image-200609\" style=\"width: 850px\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Driver-Easy-7.0-Scan-Needed.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Driver-Easy-7.0-Scan-Needed.png 1000w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Driver-Easy-7.0-Scan-Needed-600x396.png 600w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Driver-Easy-7.0-Scan-Needed-150x99.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check if your graphics driver is flagged in the scan results. If it is, click <strong>Activate &amp; Update<\/strong> to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drivereasy.com\/kb\/DriverEasy_Setup.exe\" rel=\"nofollow\">start a 7-day free trial<\/a><\/strong> or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drivereasy.com\/buy.php?comeid=kbde\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">upgrade to Driver Easy Pro<\/a><\/strong>. Either option will automatically download and install the latest drivers for you.<br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"660\" class=\"wp-image-200699\" style=\"width: 950px\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Driver-Easy-7.0-NVIDIA-4060.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Driver-Easy-7.0-NVIDIA-4060.png 1000w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Driver-Easy-7.0-NVIDIA-4060-600x396.png 600w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Driver-Easy-7.0-NVIDIA-4060-150x99.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Restart your computer for the changes to take effect. If you need any assistance while using Driver Easy, feel free to contact our support team at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:support@drivereasy.com\">support@drivereasy.com<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check if you can start the game. If it still crashes, try the next fix below.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-update-windows\">3. Update Windows<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keeping your Windows operating system up to date is essential for maintaining system stability and compatibility with applications like PEAK. Outdated system files can lead to conflicts, resulting in game crashes or performance issues. To troubleshoot your issues, ensure that all Windows updates are installed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list brackets\">\n<li>Press the <strong>Windows logo key <\/strong>to invoke Search, type <strong>check for updates<\/strong>, then click <strong>Check for updates <\/strong>from the list of results.<br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"717\" class=\"wp-image-182714\" style=\"width: 750px\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/win11-search-bar-check-for-updates.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/win11-search-bar-check-for-updates.jpg 768w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/win11-search-bar-check-for-updates-600x560.jpg 600w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/win11-search-bar-check-for-updates-150x140.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you\u2019re told that&nbsp;<strong>&#8220;Updates available to install&#8221;<\/strong>, simply click on the&nbsp;<strong>Install all&nbsp;<\/strong>button.<br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1060\" height=\"739\" class=\"wp-image-195609\" style=\"width: 850px\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/winows-11-Updates-available-to-install.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/winows-11-Updates-available-to-install.png 1060w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/winows-11-Updates-available-to-install-600x418.png 600w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/winows-11-Updates-available-to-install-150x105.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1060px) 100vw, 1060px\" \/><br \/><br \/>Or you can click on the button&nbsp;<strong>Check for updates&nbsp;<\/strong>to see if there are updates available.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the latest Windows updates. You should be prompted to restart your device upon completion. If your issue persists after installing all the updates, try the next fix below.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-verify-integrity-of-game-files\">4. Verify Integrity of Game Files<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Corrupted or missing game files are a common culprit behind errors or crashes in&nbsp;PEAK. When game files become damaged, the game may struggle to run properly. Fortunately, verifying the integrity of game files is a straightforward process that can help identify and repair these issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list brackets\">\n<li>From the LIBRARY, right-click your game and select <strong>Properties<\/strong>. <br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"452\" height=\"626\" class=\"wp-image-200764\" style=\"width: 400px\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Steam-Properties.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Steam-Properties.png 452w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Steam-Properties-433x600.png 433w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Steam-Properties-108x150.png 108w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 452px) 100vw, 452px\" \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select the&nbsp;<strong>Installed Files&nbsp;<\/strong>tab on the left, then click the&nbsp;<strong>Verify integrity of game files&nbsp;<\/strong>button.<br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1043\" height=\"432\" class=\"wp-image-200770\" style=\"width: 900px\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-verify-integrity-of-game-files.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-verify-integrity-of-game-files.png 1043w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-verify-integrity-of-game-files-600x249.png 600w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-verify-integrity-of-game-files-150x62.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1043px) 100vw, 1043px\" \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Steam will verify the game\u2019s files, and this process may take several minutes. Once done, relaunch Steam and your game to check if your problem has been solved. If the error persists, proceed&nbsp;to the next fix below.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-disable-steam-overlay\">5. Disable Steam Overlay<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Occasionally, the Steam in\u2011game overlay can interfere with graphics rendering or game stability, leading to crashes, freezes, or even GPU driver errors. Disabling it can eliminate these conflicts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list brackets\">\n<li>From the LIBRARY, right-click your game and select <strong>Properties<\/strong>. <br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"452\" height=\"626\" class=\"wp-image-200764\" style=\"width: 400px\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Steam-Properties.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Steam-Properties.png 452w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Steam-Properties-433x600.png 433w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Steam-Properties-108x150.png 108w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 452px) 100vw, 452px\" \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the&nbsp;<strong>General&nbsp;<\/strong>tab, uncheck&nbsp;<strong>Enable the Steam Overlay while in-game<\/strong>.<br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1044\" height=\"483\" class=\"wp-image-200772\" style=\"width: 950px\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Disable-overlay.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Disable-overlay.png 1044w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Disable-overlay-600x278.png 600w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Disable-overlay-150x69.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1044px) 100vw, 1044px\" \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Relaunch Steam and your game. If your issue persists, move on to the next fix below.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-run-the-game-as-administrator\">6. Run the Game as Administrator<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Launching PEAK with <strong>administrator privileges<\/strong> can resolve crashes caused by insufficient file or system access, particularly if the game is unable to modify config files, save shaders, or access GPU resources. This is a simple but effective workaround when facing sudden exits, or crashes at launch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list brackets\">\n<li>From the LIBRARY, right-click your game and select <strong>Manage &gt; Browse local files<\/strong>. You&#8217;ll be navigated to the game&#8217;s installation folder. <br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"497\" height=\"794\" class=\"wp-image-200775\" style=\"width: 400px\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-browse-local-files.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-browse-local-files.png 497w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-browse-local-files-376x600.png 376w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-browse-local-files-94x150.png 94w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 497px) 100vw, 497px\" \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Right-click <strong>PEAK.exe<\/strong>, choose <strong>Properties<\/strong>.<br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"777\" height=\"846\" class=\"wp-image-200778\" style=\"width: 550px\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Properties.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Properties.png 777w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Properties-551x600.png 551w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Properties-138x150.png 138w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 777px) 100vw, 777px\" \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open the <strong>Compatibility<\/strong> tab. Check <strong>Run this program as an administrator<\/strong> and click <strong>Apply &gt; OK<\/strong>.<br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"502\" height=\"703\" class=\"wp-image-200779\" style=\"width: 450px\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Run-as-administrator.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Run-as-administrator.png 502w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Run-as-administrator-428x600.png 428w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-Run-as-administrator-107x150.png 107w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 502px) 100vw, 502px\" \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Launch the game normally via Steam and it should start in the admin mode. The game still constantly crashes? No frets! Below are some other fixes you can try.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-run-the-game-on-the-dedicated-gpu\">7. Run the Game on the Dedicated GPU<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For systems with both integrated <em>and<\/em> dedicated graphics, forcing PEAK to use the dedicated GPU ensures maximum performance and helps prevent crashes caused by rendering fallback to the weaker integrated GPU, especially during graphically demanding scenes or biomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-check-if-your-pc-has-both-integrated-and-dedicated-graphics\">How to Check if Your PC Has Both Integrated and Dedicated Graphics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list brackets\">\n<li>Press <strong>Ctrl + Shift + Esc <\/strong>to open the Task Manager.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to the <strong>Performance <\/strong>tab and look for <strong>GPU 0 <\/strong>and <strong>GPU 1 <\/strong>entries, which indicate multiple graphics adapters.  <br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"995\" height=\"653\" class=\"wp-image-200783\" style=\"width: 950px\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/integrated-and-dedicated-gpu.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/integrated-and-dedicated-gpu.png 995w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/integrated-and-dedicated-gpu-600x394.png 600w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/integrated-and-dedicated-gpu-150x98.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 995px) 100vw, 995px\" \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you see two GPUS, one integrated (e.g. &#8220;Intel HD Graphics&#8221;, &#8220;AMD Vega 8&#8221;) and one dedicated (e.g. &#8220;NVIDIA RTX 4060 Ti&#8221;, &#8220;AMD Radeon RX 6600&#8221;), your system supports switchable graphics and is likely defaulting to the less powerful option. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-assign-peak-to-the-dedicated-gpu\">Assign PEAK to the Dedicated GPU<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After you&#8217;ve confirmed that you have both integrated and dedicated graphics, take the steps below to make sure your game is using the dedicated GPU:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list brackets\">\n<li>Press <strong>Win + I <\/strong>to open Settings. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to <strong>System &gt; Display<\/strong>.<br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1107\" height=\"653\" class=\"wp-image-200787\" style=\"width: 950px\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/system-display.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/system-display.png 1107w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/system-display-600x354.png 600w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/system-display-150x88.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1107px) 100vw, 1107px\" \/> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click <strong>Graphics<\/strong>.<br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1107\" height=\"653\" class=\"wp-image-200788\" style=\"width: 950px\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/System-Display-Graphics.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/System-Display-Graphics.png 1107w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/System-Display-Graphics-600x354.png 600w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/System-Display-Graphics-150x88.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1107px) 100vw, 1107px\" \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on the <strong>Add desktop app <\/strong>button.<br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1107\" height=\"517\" class=\"wp-image-200786\" style=\"width: 950px\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Add-desktop-app.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Add-desktop-app.png 1107w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Add-desktop-app-600x280.png 600w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Add-desktop-app-150x70.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1107px) 100vw, 1107px\" \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Head to the game&#8217;s installation folder and add <strong>PEAK.exe <\/strong>to the list. <br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1310\" height=\"753\" class=\"wp-image-200789\" style=\"width: 900px\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK.exe_.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK.exe_.png 1310w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK.exe_-600x345.png 600w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK.exe_-1200x690.png 1200w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK.exe_-150x86.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1310px) 100vw, 1310px\" \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select <strong>High performance <\/strong>to designate the dedicated GPU and save the changes. <br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1299\" height=\"636\" class=\"wp-image-200790\" style=\"width: 950px\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-High-performance.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-High-performance.png 1299w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-High-performance-600x294.png 600w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-High-performance-1200x588.png 1200w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-High-performance-150x73.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1299px) 100vw, 1299px\" \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After applying the changes, restart your PC and launch PEAK to test whether performance has improved. If issues persist, proceed to the next fix below.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-reset-display-settings-via-registry\">8. Reset Display Settings via Registry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If PEAK crashes immediately on launch or shows persistent resolution crashes, the game\u2019s saved display settings could be corrupted. Resetting them via the registry often restores proper display configuration and allows the game to launch successfully. <br \/><em>(Note that this action removes all saved displayed settings, such as resolution, and fullscreen mode. )<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list brackets\">\n<li>Press <strong>Win + R<\/strong>, type <strong>regedit<\/strong>, and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.<br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"399\" height=\"206\" class=\"wp-image-157591\" style=\"width: 375px\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/regedit.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/regedit.png 399w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/regedit-150x77.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 399px) 100vw, 399px\" \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Navigate to:<br \/><br \/><code>Computer\\HKEY_CURRENT_USER\\SOFTWARE\\Landcrab\\PEAK<\/code><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Within that folder, <strong>delete all entries whose names begin with Screenmanager<\/strong>.<br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1419\" height=\"730\" class=\"wp-image-200773\" style=\"width: 950px\" src=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-delete-all-files-starting-with-Screenmanager.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-delete-all-files-starting-with-Screenmanager.png 1419w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-delete-all-files-starting-with-Screenmanager-600x309.png 600w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-delete-all-files-starting-with-Screenmanager-1200x617.png 1200w, https:\/\/images.drivereasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/PEAK-delete-all-files-starting-with-Screenmanager-150x77.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1419px) 100vw, 1419px\" \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Close Registry Editor, then <strong>restart Steam and your PC<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Launch <strong>PEAK<\/strong>, and fresh default display settings will be applied.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p>This wraps up our comprehensive guide on resolving the PEAK game crashing issue. 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