Are you having trouble with GTA V crashing randomly or not even starting up? If you downloaded the game through the Epic Games launcher, you may be experiencing some issues that can be frustrating to deal with. The good news is that there are a few things you can do to fix these problems and get back to enjoying the game. In this article, we will review some effective solutions for fixing random crashing and crash on startup issues in GTA V on the Epic Games version. We will also provide step-by-step instructions to help you implement these solutions quickly and easily. So, let's get started!

Adjust the GTA V In-Game Settings

Optimizing the in-game settings is a great way to prevent random crashing in GTA V on Epic Games. Lowering the display resolution can help improve system performance, but it may result in a loss of visual quality. Playing the game in fullscreen mode is also recommended. Adjusting the graphics settings based on your system performance can help reduce the likelihood of crashes. With these adjustments, you can enjoy a smoother gaming experience without the frustration of random crashes.

Make sure to set your graphics settings according to your system performance. — GTA V > Settings > Graphics

Change the GTA V Process Priority

To improve the performance of Grand Theft Auto 5, it's important to adjust the process priority. After opening your task manager and selecting the Details tab, find the GTAV process and right-click on it. Set the priority to High to allocate more resources to the game. It's also recommended to end unnecessary programs running in the background. Additionally, lowering the game's in-game settings and playing in fullscreen mode can improve system performance. Adjusting graphics settings according to your system's capabilities is also important to maintain a smooth gaming experience.

Task Manager > Details > GTA5.exe > Set Priority > High

Verify the GTA V Game Files

To fix random crashing or crash on startup issues in GTA V, one of the troubleshooting steps you can take is to verify the game files. Open your Epic Games launcher, head to your game library, select Grand Theft Auto V, and click on the burger menu. From there, choose the Verify option. This process will take some time to re-download any missing or corrupted game files, which could be causing the crashes.

Epic+Games.jpg — Epic Games Library > GTA V > Verify

Change the GTA V Compatibility Settings

Optimizing the Compatibility settings for GTA V can help in resolving random crashing issues. To do so, navigate to the game’s installation folder by opening the file explorer and searching for the directory in which the game is saved. Next, right-click on the GTA5 application and select Properties. In the Properties window, select Compatibility and then “Disable fullscreen optimizations”. This will stop the operating system from making changes to improve the game’s performance while in fullscreen mode. Next, select Change high DPI settings and then Override high DPI scaling behavior. Click Apply to save your changes.

Update Operating System

To optimize your system for performance, you should make sure that your operating system is up to date. Simply search for Update in your taskbar search. In your Check for updates system settings window, make sure to download the latest update and make sure to restart your PC after that the download is completed. This will in any case help you with performance issues.

Windows Update.jpg — Windows Settings > Windows Update

Update Graphics Card Driver

Keeping your graphics card driver up to date is crucial for a smooth gaming experience. If you’re an NVIDIA user, the GeForce Experience application can be of great help. You can download it from the NVIDIA website and install it on your system. Once the application is installed, navigate to the Drivers tab and select Download to get the latest update for your graphics card. The process should take only a few minutes to complete and can significantly enhance your gaming performance.