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Lidia Rozo
2023-06-26 03:42:41

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Our guide on how to fix Aliens Dark Descent stuttering will help you get the most out of your gaming experience. 

Aliens: Dark Descent is a first-person shooter game that has captured the hearts of many gamers. It is an intense and thrilling game that requires high-end hardware to run smoothly. However, some players have reported experiencing stuttering and other performance issues while playing the game. In this blog post, we will discuss some of the most effective ways to fix Aliens: Dark Descent stuttering.

 Check the hardware requirements


Before we dive into the fixes, it's important to check if your hardware meets the minimum and recommended requirements for the game. The minimum requirements include an Intel Core i5-4460 processor, 8 GB RAM, and a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 or AMD Radeon HD 7950 graphics card. The recommended requirements include an Intel Core i7-3770 processor, 8 GB RAM, and a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 or AMD Radeon R9 290 graphics card. If your hardware doesn't meet the minimum requirements, upgrading your hardware might be the only solution.

Disable background apps



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Background apps can affect game performance by taking up valuable system resources. To disable unnecessary apps and processes, press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open the Task Manager, and go to the Startup tab. Here, you can disable apps that you don't need running in the background.

Verify game files


Corrupted game files can cause stuttering and crashes. Verifying the game files can help fix this issue. To verify the game files on Steam, follow these steps:

  • 1. Open Steam
  • 2. Go to your library
  • 3. Right-click Aliens: Dark Descent
  • 4. Click Properties
  • 5. Click the Local Files tab
  • 6. Click Verify Integrity of Game Files

If the above fixes don't work, try the following:


  • Set the game's priority to high: Setting the game's priority to high can improve performance by giving it more resources. To do this, press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open the Task Manager, go to the Details tab, right-click on Aliens: Dark Descent, select Set Priority, and choose High.
  • Update graphics drivers: Outdated graphics drivers can cause stuttering and other issues. To update graphics drivers, go to your graphics card manufacturer's website and download the latest drivers.
  •  Disable fullscreen optimizations: Disabling fullscreen optimizations can help fix stuttering. To do this, right-click on Aliens: Dark Descent, select Properties, go to the Compatibility tab, check the Disable Fullscreen Optimizations box, and click Apply.
  • Use Windows borderless mode: Using borderless mode can improve game performance by reducing input lag and minimizing stuttering. To set it up, go to Aliens: Dark Descent's graphics settings, select Windowed Fullscreen or Borderless Windowed mode.
  • Run the game as an administrator: Running the game as an administrator can give it more permissions and resources. To do this, right-click on Aliens: Dark Descent, select Run as administrator.

Aliens: Dark Descent is a demanding game that requires high-end hardware to run smoothly. If you're experiencing stuttering and other performance issues, try the above fixes and see if they help. Remember to check if your hardware meets the minimum and recommended requirements before attempting any fixes. Good luck, and happy gaming!