Out of video memory trying to allocate a rendering resource. Make sure your video card has the minimum required memory

Last checked 2026-10-26 · 3 fixes · reviewed answer

Likely causes

1. Graphics settings in the game are set too high for the amount of VRAM on your video cardmost likely
2. Graphics drivers are outdated or corruptedpossible
3. Another program is using up video memory in the backgroundless likely

How to fix it

1. Lower the game's graphics settingsSafe

   Start the game and reduce resolution, texture quality, shadows, and effects to the lowest options, then test if it launches.

2. Close other applicationsSafe

   Shut down any other programs that might use the graphics card, such as web browsers with video or other games.

3. Update graphics driversChanges settings

   Visit your graphics card manufacturer's website (NVIDIA, AMD, or Intel) and download the latest drivers for your model.

If that didn't fix it

Try running the game in a lower resolution or windowed mode from the game's launcher or config files.

When to see a technician

If the error continues even on the lowest settings, have a technician check whether your video card meets the game's requirements or needs replacement.

Quick answers

What does Out of video memory trying to allocate a rendering resource. Make sure your video card has the minimum required memory mean?

This error means the game is trying to use more video memory (VRAM) on your graphics card than is available, often because the graphics settings are too demanding for your hardware.

What causes Out of video memory trying to allocate a rendering resource. Make sure your video card has the minimum required memory?

Graphics settings in the game are set too high for the amount of VRAM on your video card. (most likely) Graphics drivers are outdated or corrupted. (possible) Another program is using up video memory in the background. (less likely)

How do I fix Out of video memory trying to allocate a rendering resource. Make sure your video card has the minimum required memory?

Try these in order, safest first: 1. Lower the game's graphics settings. 2. Close other applications. 3. Update graphics drivers.

What if that didn't fix it?

Try running the game in a lower resolution or windowed mode from the game's launcher or config files.

When should I see a technician?

If the error continues even on the lowest settings, have a technician check whether your video card meets the game's requirements or needs replacement.

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