What should I do if I get a "Not enough system memory" error?

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If you receive a "Not enough system memory" error, please follow the steps listed below.

 

1. Close applications using Task Manager

  • Press [Ctrl + Shift + Esc] to open Task Manager.
  • Close any unnecessary background applications.

2. Increase virtual memory

  • Go to Control Panel → Go to System and Security → Go to System → Go to Advanced System Settings → Open the Advanced tab → Go to Performance → Go to Settings → Go to Advanced → Go to Virtual Memory → Click [Change]
  • Set virtual memory to 1.5 times the amount of your PC's RAM and save your changes.

3. Install the latest version of your graphics driver and perform a clean installation

  • Download the latest version of your graphics driver from your graphics card manufacturer's website.

4. Update your device driver to the latest version

  • Check if your BIOS or chipset drivers are updated to the latest version.
  • Go to your motherboard or PC manufacturer's website to download and install drivers.

5. Remove temporary files

  • Press [Windows + X] → Open Run dialog box → Enter services.msc → Click [OK]
  • Disable the following services.
    • Background Intelligent Transfer Service
    • Cryptographic Services
    • Windows Update
  • Go to the C:\Windows folder and delete the SoftwareDistribution folder.
  • Go to the C:\Windows\System32 folder and delete the catroot2 folder.
  • Restart the previously disabled services.

6. Run a disk check

  • Right-click the start button → Run the Command Prompt as administrator.
  • Type chkdsk /r and press [Enter].
  • Schedule check disk for the next restart.

7. Verify game file integrity

  • Go to your Steam Library → Right-click the game → Go to Properties → Go to Installed Files → Select [Verify integrity of game files].

8. Adjust in-game graphics settings

  • Lower memory usage by lowering texture quality and disabling additional visual effects

9. Upgrade RAM

  • If you continue experiencing memory issues, consider upgrading your RAM.

10. Free up disk space in your C drive

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