Some Windows 10 users have reported crashes, stuttering, and other performance issues while playing Warcraft 3: Reforged, affecting their gaming experience. This guide provides common troubleshooting steps to help you fix these problems and restore smooth gameplay.
1. Check Minimum System Requirements
Operating System: Windows 7 / Windows 8 / Windows 10 (64-bit, latest version)
Processor: Intel Core i3-530 or AMD Phenom II X4 910 or better
Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce GTS 450 or AMD Radeon HD 5750 or better
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Storage: 30 GB free hard drive space
Internet: Broadband internet connection
If your PC does not meet these requirements, you may experience performance issues and crashes.
2. Update Graphics Drivers
Outdated or incompatible drivers can cause Warcraft 3: Reforged to crash. Updating your graphics drivers can help resolve this issue. We recommend using Driver Sentry to automatically detect and update drivers, saving time and preventing installation errors.
Download and install the latest version of Driver Sentry. Open the software and click "Scan" to detect outdated or missing drivers.
Locate your graphics driver in the results and click "Upgrade".
Once the update is complete, restart your computer to apply the changes.
3. Verify Game File Integrity
Open the Battle.net client and log into your account.
Find Warcraft 3: Reforged in your game library.
Click the "Options" (gear icon) and select "Scan and Repair".
Wait for the system to detect and repair any damaged files.
Once the repair is complete, restart your computer and relaunch the game.
4. Adjust Game Compatibility Settings
Right-click the Warcraft 3: Reforged shortcut or Warcraft III.exe in the installation folder.
Select "Properties", then go to the "Compatibility" tab.
Check "Run this program in compatibility mode for:" and select "Windows 7" or "Windows 8".
Check "Run this program as an administrator", then click "Apply" > "OK".
Restart the game and check if the issue is resolved.
5. Disable Vertical Sync (V-Sync) in the Game
Launch Warcraft 3: Reforged and go to "Settings".
Select the "OPTIONS" tab.
Find the "VSYNC" option and turn it off.
Save the settings and restart the game to see if the issue persists.
6. Close Background Applications
Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open "Task Manager".
Go to the "Processes" tab and find applications consuming high CPU or memory (e.g., browsers, antivirus software, RGB control software).
Right-click the process and select "End Task".
After closing background applications, restart the game and check for crashes.
By following these troubleshooting steps, you should be able to fix Warcraft 3: Reforged crashes on Windows 10. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to Blizzard Support for further assistance.
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