FIXED: Valorant Keeps Freezing On Windows 11/10

Does your game just suddenly crash in the middle of a match that really frustrates you?

Well, you’re not alone as others have reported too

Valorant freezing every 10 seconds.
by u/__Rexy__ in ValorantTechSupport

Valorant freezing mid-game is a frustrating problem that many players have experienced just like the black screen.

In this article, we’ll explore some common causes of the issue and provide some helpful tips to help you prevent it from happening again. So, let’s dive in and get your Valorant game back on track!

Why does Valorant keeps Freezing/Crashing?

There are multiple reasons behind the Valorant Crashing but here are common ones:

1. The system requirement issues
2. Corrupt Valorant file
3. Connection problems
4. Bugs and glitches in the app

What do I do if my game freezes?

When your game freezes first thing you do is restart the game. When you restart the game it eliminates any glitch which is occurring due to game freeze.

Solution 1: Restart the PC

When you experience Valorant Keeps crashing or any bug in your game, 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 This is because restarting the computer can resolve any temporary errors caused by outdated cookies and cache or conflicts with other software on your system.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 the PC

Solution 2: Close Unwanted Programs on PC

If there are too many programs running in the background, using too much internet/RAM/Disk can cause Valorant Keeps crashing on Windows 11.

Closing unwanted programs will help you eliminate the crashing issue on your PC.

So, let’s close unwanted programs:

1. Press Ctrl + Shift + ESC keys to open Task Manager
2. Now check which program is using more Network
3. Right-click on that program and select End task
   
4. And check if the crash is solved or not.

Also Read: Valorant Error Code 57 “Vangurad Not Initialized”

Solution 3: Valorant freezing mid-game? Power Cycle Your Router

If you’re still experiencing Valorant crashing on your PC after trying the previous solutions, power cycling your router could help you establish a better internet connection and potentially solve the problem. Here’s how to do it:

1. Completely turn off your router by disconnecting the power cable from the power switch.
2. Leave it turned off for 5 to 10 minutes before plugging it back in.
3. Check if the Wi-Fi network is visible and properly connected to your devices.

It’s important to note that you should restart all devices affected by the power cycling process to ensure an accurate fix.

If the error still persists then proceed to the next solution to solve Valorant keeps freezing.

Also Read: Super 6 Fixes: Valorant Error Code VAN 9001

Solution 4: Perform a Clean Boot on Windows 11

If you’re experiencing issues with your computer like slow performance or unexpected crashes, it could be due to conflicting applications running in the background. A clean boot can help you start your computer with only essential services and drivers needed to run the operating system, helping you identify any conflicts or issues caused by third-party applications or services.

To perform a clean boot follow the steps down below:

1. Press Windows Button + R Key
   
2. The Run Dialogue Box will appear
3. Type “MSConfig“
4. Press Enter
5. The System Configuration window will open
   
6. Select Services tab
   
7. Uncheck all the unnecessary services
8. Only check those you need now
9. Now click OK

If the error persists, then proceed to the next solution to solve the crashing issue on the PC.

Solution 5: Update Graphic Drivers Via Device Manager

Updating your graphics card driver is essential for ensuring optimal performance and compatibility with the latest software and games. Updating your graphics card driver can be done via the Device Manager in Windows and is a straightforward process that can be completed in just a few steps.

Here is how you can update drivers through Device Manager:

1. Click on the Search icon
2. Type Device Manager
3. Click to open Device Manager
   
4. Then select the Display adapters
5. A further menu will open
6. Right-click on the graphic card name
7. Click on the Update driver
   

Solution 6: Check for Driver Updates of GPU/Video Cards of Different Company

An issue that can cause Valorant freezes is outdated GPU drivers. When the video card drivers are not up to date, the GPU cannot keep up with modern gaming and may cause crashes. To resolve this, we suggest updating the video card drivers. Direct links to the main GPU manufacturers can be found below.

• AMD
• Nvidia
• Intel

If the above solution didn’t work out then continue to the next one.

Solution 7: Turn off Overclocking To Fix Valorant Freezes Mid Game

Sometimes some players increased the CPU speed in order to achieve more smooth gaming. But sometimes some games stop playing or keep crashing. To rectify overclocking you have to set CPU speed to default.

Here are the steps to put CPU speed in default settings to solve Valorant Freezing:

1. Restart your PC
2. When you see the company logo press “F2“(Key might differ depending on the Manufacturer)
3. Now you will enter in BIOS
4. Now go to Advanced Tab
5. Locate Performance and
6. Find Overclocking option
7. Disable overclocking
8. Save changes
9. Exist BIOS

IF Valorant freezing persists then follow the next solution. 

Solution 8: Check Valorant Graphics Settings

Sometimes the inappropriate graphic setting in the game UI causes Valorant freezing & crashing issues.

To ensure that this is the problem we will lower the graphic settings in Valorant:

1. Go to Valorant Settings
2. Navigate to the Video Tab
3. Select the Graphics Quality
4. Follow the settings shown in the image.

After applying all the steps in above mentioned graphic setting picture close the setting and restart the PC to Fix Valorant freezing mid game.

Solution 9: Disable Antivirus Software

In some cases, the third-party antivirus software installed on a computer may prevent the game Valorant from running properly.

So, you need to disable the antivirus for a few minutes to check if the antivirus is causing Keeps freezing issue on Valorant.

In order, to disable the antivirus follow the step below :

1. Select the arrow button on the taskbar a Small menu will open.
2. Then click left on the Avast antivirus icon.
3. The setting menu will open and select “Avast shield control“
4. In a further menu, you will select the “10 minutes option“
   
5. Now restart the game.

If the issue persists then proceed to the next solution.

Solution 10: Change the Power Settings on Windows 11/10

Power settings are an essential aspect of any modern computer’s performance optimization. When your PC’s power plan is set to the Balanced option plan, it may provide less power to a game, which can cause game lag or game crashes on startup.

Whether you’re using Windows, macOS, or any other operating system, adjusting power settings is crucial to ensure optimal performance and energy usage. In this guide, we will discuss how to change power settings on your Windows 11 and help you optimize your PC’s power usage to suit your needs and prevent the Valorant freezes but can still hear issue.

How do I change power settings in Windows 11?

1. Go to the Control Panel
2. Select the View option “Large Icon“
   
3. Now find “Power Options” and click on it
4. Choose your Power Plan “High Performance“
   
5. If there is no other option expect a “Balanced “
6. Then navigate to the left menu
7. Select “Create a power plan“
8. A new window will open
9. Select the power plan to “High Performance“
   
10. And click on Next
11. The new power plan is available.

Solution 11: Disable the Discord Overlays

Sometimes third-party apps might interfere with the game and cause Valorant Keeps Freezing. The overlays app is widely used to enhance the multiplayer experience in the game. But these apps also need more resources to run smoothly in the background.

So, overlay apps might cause the Keeps Freezing. To prevent any errors further we have to disable the overlays apps that are running on your PC in my case I am going to disable the discord overlays.

Here is how you can disable the Discord Overlay:

1. Open the Discord
    
2. Click on the gear Icon to Open “Users Settings“
3. Find Activity settings from the left pane
4. Click on the “Game Overlay” option
   
5. Go to Enable in-game overlay option
6. Click on the toggle to disable it
    

Solution 12: Reinstall Valorant

If none of the above solutions work out for you then it’s time to reinstall the game.

Sometimes due to some glitch or virus, the game file of the game gets corrupted or went missing. So when we perform the reinstalling process the missing file/corrupted file will automatically be cured.

So, here is how you can reinstall Valorant:

1. Press the Window key + R
2. The Run dialog box will open
3. Type “control /name Microsoft.ProgramsAndFeatures“
4. Hit “Enter“
5. Now Find two software” Valorant” and  “Riot Vanguard”
6. Right-Click on both application
7. A small menu will appear
8. Select Uninstall
9. The Uninstallation will be started
10. Now go to the Valorant Website 
11. Download the Installer 
12. After downloading open the Installer
13. After launching, follow the instruction to download the Valorant.

Hope the above-mentioned solution helps you to solve Valorant freezing & crashing issue.

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