How to Fix Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden Crashing on PC

Many PC gamers have been excited to dive into Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden, but some have unfortunately experienced crashes that interrupt their gameplay. This can be a frustrating obstacle that detracts from the immersive experience the game aims to provide. In this article, we’re going to explore a series of troubleshooting steps that can help you resolve those pesky crashing issues so you can get back to enjoying Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden without interruption. From simple restarts to more in-depth technical tweaks, these solutions are designed to help get your game running smoothly again on your PC.

Solution 1: Restart the PC

When you experience black screen on Windows or any bug in Banishers Ghosts of New Eden, it’s recommended to start by restarting the computer before attempting any other fixes.

This is because restarting the computer can resolve any temporary errors caused by outdated cookies and cache or conflicts with other software on your system by simply restarting Windows 11/10.

Solution 2: Run the Program as an Administrator (Permanently) PC

When running Banishers Ghosts of New Eden on PC, there may be times when you need to give the program administrative privileges in order to access certain features or settings and in our case to get rid of not opening.

One way of doing it is by simply right-clicking on the program and selecting “Run as administrator”, but it may not always be enough, as you may need to grant these privileges permanently in order to avoid constantly having to repeat the process.

Here’s how to run a program as an administrator permanently on Windows 11/10:

1. Go to the folder/Application
2. Right-click on it
3. A menu will open
4. Select Properties
5. A new window will open
6. Navigate to the “Compatibility Tab“
7. Under the Settings heading
8. Find “Run this Program as an administrator“
   
9. Check the box for this option
10. Click “Apply“

Now your program successfully Runs as an Administrator on Windows 11 (Permanently) and you can easily open the program without repeating the steps.

Solution 3: Update Banishers Ghosts of New Eden

For critical errors like crashing, publishers release updates for an optimized and smooth gaming experience. It’s wise to check for any update released before troubleshooting other possible issues.

Playing with outdated versions can also lead to technical glitches, compatibility issues, or even missing out on new content. Here’s how to keep any game updated using its dedicated launcher:

Open the Game Launcher and from its settings locate “Update” Options. Either enable automatic updates or do a manual update if there are any. Restart the Launcher and check if you are still facing black screen on startup.

Solution 4: Close Intensive/Unwanted Programs Or Settings

Your game/PC can be set to maximum performance, try running the game on lower settings to consume fewer resources. This can include:

1. A lower resolution(From 4k to 1080p or 1080p to 720p)
2. A lower frame rate (try playing at 60Hz)

If there are too many programs running in the background, using too much internet/RAM/Disk can cause Banishers Ghosts of New Eden not opening on Windows 11.

Closing unwanted programs will help you eliminate the black screen issue on your PC as your game would be able to get the required resources from Windows 11/10/7.

1. Press Ctrl + Shift + ESC keys to open Task Manager
2. Now check which program is using more Resources, usually indicated by a darker background
3. Right-click on that program and select End task
   

Now check if the crashing is solved or not.

Solution 5: Try Enabling/Disabling VPN while playing Banishers Ghosts of New Eden

Still running into black screen error on Windows 11?

If you’ve got a VPN on, try turning it off to see if it makes a difference. If it’s off, switch it on and check again. But heads up! Don’t jump between too many regions; you don’t want to get blocked.

Remember, the right VPN can be a game-changer.

Solution 6: Add Game Exceptions on Antivirus PC

Sometimes antivirus thinks game files are bad guys and stops them, causing the crashing.

To fix this, tell your antivirus that Banishers Ghosts of New Eden files are cool by adding them to the “exceptions” list. This way, you can play without the antivirus messing things up!

Follow the steps below to add an exception on Antivirus (This guide is for Avast, and would be similar for other antiviruses):

1. Launch Avast on your PC.
2. Select Menu at the top-right corner of Avast.
3. Choose Settings from the menu.
   
4. From the left sidebar, choose General > Exceptions
   
5. Click ADD EXCEPTION and then type the URL you want to add to it.
6. Click ADD EXCEPTION to save the URL and check if you can access the URL
   

If you are still facing Avast Blocking Websites, continue to the next solution.

Solution 7: Check if Windows or Any Driver is Outdated

Sometimes compatibility issues can be a reason for continuous Banishers Ghosts of New Eden black screen on startup on Windows 11/10.

Often, it’s all about the updates. First off, head to your Windows settings and see if there’s an update waiting. While you’re on this updating spree, dive into your device manager and update your Wi-Fi drivers and update graphics drivers making sure they are on the latest versions.

Here is a video guide to updating graphics drivers which may fix Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden crashing issues on your PC.

These updates can make a big difference, fixing a lot of errors.

Solution 8: Change Graphics Settings

Many users on Reddit were able to fix the Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden crashing on PC by simply changing their Anti-Aliasing graphics settings to TAA instead of DLSS. You can find this option from the in-game graphics settings where it will be denoted as Anti-Aliasing or Upsampling.

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Solution 9: Contact Banishers Ghosts of New Eden Support

Tried everything and that game error’s still bugging you?

As a last resort, head to the Banishers Ghosts of New Eden’s official website and click ‘Support’ or ‘Contact’. Send them an email, jump into live chat, or post in their official forums.

Share what’s happening and any error messages. Remember to double-check you’re on the official site. Sometimes, reaching out is the best way to get back to gaming!

Stay smart and game on!

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Conclusion

Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden crashing on PC can be annoying, but there’s usually a fix that can get you back into the action. We’ve discussed a variety of solutions, such as running the game with administrative privileges, updating the game, adjusting your PC’s settings, and more, which should cover most of the reasons for crashes occurring. By systematically going through these tips, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the crashes. However, if none of these solutions work, reaching out to the game’s support team can be your best bet for a resolution. Remember, the goal is to enjoy your gaming experience, and troubleshooting is just a part of the process in ensuring that.