Here’s a breakdown to troubleshoot these errors, no technical jargon—just simple steps.
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Solution 1: Restart Your Computer
Sometimes, all your system needs is a fresh start. Restarting clears minor glitches, often solving issues like these without additional effort.
Solution 2: Clear the Shader Cache
Games store temporary files to help with graphics. Over time, these can get messy and cause issues. Here’s how to clear it:
- On Steam or EA, right-click the game, go to “Manage,” and choose “Browse Local Files.”
- In the game folder, find the “Shader Cache” and delete everything inside. Back up any files you’re not sure about before deleting.
Solution 3: Adjust Shader Cache Size in NVIDIA Control Panel
If you have an NVIDIA graphics card, tweak the shader cache setting to make it more stable.
- Right-click your desktop, select “NVIDIA Control Panel.”
- Go to “Manage 3D Settings,” then find “Global Settings.”
- Change the shader cache size to 10 or 100 GB.
- Press “Apply” when done.
Solution 4: Update Your BIOS and Graphics Driver
Old drivers can clash with DirectX, so updating them is essential.
Update BIOS
Check your computer brand’s website (Dell, HP, Lenovo, etc.) for the latest BIOS update. Follow instructions carefully.
Update Graphics Driver
- Go to NVIDIA or AMD’s website and download the latest driver for your graphics card.
- Choose “Custom” when installing, and select “Perform a Clean Installation” to ensure no old files interfere.
Solution 5: Verify or Repair Game Files
Corrupted game files might be behind the error. Here’s how to check:
On Steam
- Right-click on the game, choose “Properties,” then “Local Files.”
- Click “Verify Integrity of Game Files.”
On EA
- Open the game menu, select “Manage,” and choose “Repair.”
- After these steps, reboot your PC and launch Dragon Age again to see if it runs smoothly.
Pro Tips
- Always keep your drivers updated.
- Use a stable internet connection when downloading updates.