How to Fix Dying Light 2 Stuttering and FPS Drops
This guide provides methods to fix lag and frame drop issues in Dying Light 2 for a smoother gaming experience.
1. Update Graphics Drivers
Outdated or corrupted graphics drivers can cause performance issues, leading to lag and frame drops in Dying Light 2. Keeping your graphics drivers up to date is a crucial step in resolving these issues. We recommend using Driver Sentry for automatic detection and updates. This tool saves time and helps avoid the risks of downloading or installing incorrect drivers.
Click the download button to get the latest version, install the software, and open it. Then, click "Scan".
After scanning, locate your graphics driver in the results and click "Upgrade".
Once the update is complete, restart your computer to ensure the new driver functions correctly.
2. Check Minimum System Requirements
OS*: Windows® 7 (Note: Starting January 1, 2024, Steam will only support Windows 10 or later)
Processor: Intel Core i3-9100 / AMD Ryzen 3 2300X
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1050 Ti / AMD Radeon™ RX 560 (4GB VRAM)
Storage: 60 GB available space
Note: *Starting January 1st, 2024, the Steam Client will only support Windows 10 and later versions.
3. Verify Game File Integrity
Open the Steam client and go to the "Library" tab.
Right-click Dying Light 2 and select "Properties".
Under the "Local Files" tab, click "Verify Integrity of Game Files".
Allow Steam to check and repair any corrupted or missing files.
4. Optimize In-Game Settings
Go to the game's "Options" menu and select the "Video" tab.
Adjust the following settings based on your hardware capabilities:
Window Mode: Fullscreen
Resolution: Set to your monitor's native resolution
Vertical Synchronization: Off
Particles Quality: Low
Contact Shadows Quality: None
Ambient Occlusion Quality: None
Global Illumination Quality: Low
Reflection Quality: Low
Fog Quality: Low
Save the settings, press Esc, and click "OK".
Restart the game for the changes to take effect.
5. Install the Latest Patches
Open the Steam client and go to the "Library" tab.
Right-click Dying Light 2 and select "Properties".
Under the Updates tab, ensure "Always keep this game updated" is selected.
Wait for the update to complete, then restart the game.
Tip: Follow the game's official social media channels or forums to stay informed about new patch releases and performance improvements.
6. Close Unnecessary Background Programs
Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open the "Task Manager".
Under the "Processes" tab, identify and close programs consuming high CPU or memory usage (e.g., browsers, media players).
Disable startup programs:
In Task Manager, go to the "Startup" tab.
Right-click unnecessary startup programs and select "Disable".
Restart your computer and relaunch the game to observe performance improvements.
7. Check for Windows Updates
Press Win + I to open the Settings menu.
Navigate to "Update & Security" > "Windows Update" and click "Check for Updates".
Install all available updates and restart your computer.
Relaunch the game to see if the issue is resolved.
These methods can help fix lag and frame drop issues in Dying Light 2. If the problem continues, contact customer support for further help.
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