We had a look into the issues and discovered that it is typically caused by an outdated operating system, corrupt system files, outdated GPU drivers, and a faulty Valorant installation. Listed below are detailed methods on how you can fix the issue in no time, so let’s get right into it!
Install Pending Updates
As we just mentioned, one of the most common reasons for the Valorant error is pending updates that you have not installed on your operating system. If your system is outdated, it will fail to perform certain functions successfully. Follow these steps to install the pending updates on your PC: If the Valorant error persists, proceed with the next method below.
Run an SFC Scan
It is possible for a corrupted system file to cause issues like the one at hand. If your files contain inconsistencies, your operating system has trouble processing them and displays errors like this one. The good news is that you do not have to look for third-party tools to identify and fix these problems, as the built-in troubleshooting utilities will do the job well for you. One of these utilities is the System File Checker (SFC), which is designed to scan your system’s protected files for potential issues. Here is how you can run an SFC scan on Windows 11:
Install the Latest DirectX Version
DirectX is Microsoft’s software technology for enhancing 3D gaming, graphics, network gaming, and audio experiences on Windows. This utility is often required for the game and graphic software applications. If you’re running Windows 10, you should have DirectX12 installed. In some cases, DirectX11 and DirectX10 should work too. If you do not have the latest version of DirectX on your Windows, you are likely to face the problem at hand. If this scenario is applicable, then install the latest version and check if that does the trick for you.
Update GPU Drivers
Older drivers have a tendency to crash programs, games, and even the whole operating system. That is why updating your drivers should always be a priority. If you don’t have the latest GPU updates installed on your PC, you will most likely encounter the issue discussed above. In that case, here is how you can update your GPU driver to proceed:
Uninstall Vanguard
If the methods mentioned above have failed to work for you, then try reinstalling Vanguard. There is a good chance that the issue is within the Vanguard application itself, causing the issue at hand. Here is how you can reinstall Vanguard:
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