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Game Freezes

May 30, 2015 11:02:49 PM from Galactic Civilizations III ForumsGalactic Civilizations III Forums

I am running this game on an Alienware m17 r2 17" Laptop. Playing the tutorial I get random freezes. I have to go to task manager and shut it down. Then I can reload. I have game save on every turn. I subscribed to Driver Detective and got the latest drivers. I also opted in to v1.02 and still am have the random freezes. I am enjoying the game when it works. Any Advice? Still playing the tutorial. Also I have windows 8.

:Alan

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Reply #1 May 31, 2015 3:14:42 AM
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Hi Alantor,

 

It appears you're using a dual-GPU configuration. Dual ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4870/5870 to be specific. Luckily, you're not the only one experiencing this issue. It's been reported a few times by other users with similar multi-GPU configurations. Disabling CrossFire should allow you to play without the freezes, though potential performance will be reduced as a result. Also, it would be great if you could open a support ticket so the devs can collect additional information on this issue.

 

-Exhumer

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Alantor
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Reply #2 May 31, 2015 9:14:26 PM
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Actually the card in the Alienware Amplifier is a GeForce GTX 980 4GB. I feel But I appears the problem is solved. I downloaded and installed the Nvidia utility, GForce Experience, it downloaded and installed the right driver. I played for 2 hours and no freezes. Just hope it works when not connected with the Amplifier. Now I just have to learn the mechanics of the game play. Still on the tutorial.

 

:Alantor

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Reply #3 June 1, 2015 9:58:12 AM
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So glad the updated driver resolved this for you. Thank you for your post Alantor, and enjoy GC3!

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