If you’re playing MindsEye on Windows 10 or 11 and experiencing crashes during the opening cinematic or specific missions like “Cleanup on Aisle 3,” the culprit might be disabled Hardware-Accelerated GPU Scheduling (HAGS). Fortunately, enabling this setting can resolve the issue quickly. Below is a step-by-step guide to get your game running smoothly again.
Step-by-Step Fix
For Windows 11 Users:
- Open the Start Menu and type “Graphics Settings”, then select it.
- Under “Advanced Graphics Settings”, find the “Hardware-accelerated GPU scheduling” option.
- Toggle it ON.
- Restart your PC for the changes to take effect.
For Windows 10 Users:
- Open the Start Menu and type “Graphics Settings”, then select it.
- Locate the “Hardware-Accelerated GPU Scheduling” option.
- Toggle it ON.
- Restart your PC to apply the changes.
Additional Tips
- If the issue persists, ensure your GPU drivers are up to date.
- Some players report crashes in other areas—enabling HAGS may help with those as well.
- If you encounter further problems, try verifying game files via Steam or your preferred platform.
Final Thoughts
By enabling HAGS, you should be able to avoid crashes during critical moments in Starfield. This simple tweak can save you from frustrating interruptions and let you enjoy the game seamlessly.
Have you tried this fix? Did it work for you, or are you still experiencing issues? Let us know in the comments—we’d love to help troubleshoot further! Happy gaming! 🚀