Fortnite starts normally, runs for a few seconds, and then crashes. I've already updated my graphics drivers, cleared the cache, repaired the anti-cheat installation, and verified the game files, but the problem continues. Other games crash as well, and I've checked that overheating isn't the cause. What else should I troubleshoot?
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Since other games are crashing too, this probably isn’t specific to Fortnite. Look into broader system issues such as corrupted Windows files, unstable drivers, faulty RAM, or graphics hardware. The Event Viewer error should help narrow it down.
A complete reinstall is another option, especially if the installation or anti-cheat files are damaged. Uninstall the game, restart the computer, and install it again rather than only verifying the existing files.
Check the Windows Event Viewer for crash details. Search for “Event Viewer” or press Win+R and enter eventvwr, then look under Windows Logs for the newest Application Error around the time of the crash. The faulting module or error code may point to the cause.
I tried launching other games and they crash too, but I’ve checked the temperatures and overheating doesn’t seem to be the problem.