- Go to the installed Apex Legends game directory.
- Right-click on the application file on your PC.
- Click on Properties > Click on the Compatibility tab.
- Click on the Run this program as an administrator box to enable it.
- Once done, click on Apply and then OK to save changes.
- Then run the game to check for the issue.
3. Check for Apex Legends Updates
We also recommend that you check the game update manually via the Steam client or EA App to avoid potential glitches that can come with an outdated game version. An outdated game patch version mostly triggers bugs or stability issues that can be fixed by following the steps below.
For Steam:
- Open the Steam client > Go to Library.
- Click on Apex Legends from the left pane.
- If an update is available, click on Update.
- Please wait for a couple of minutes to complete it.
- Once done, restart your PC to apply changes.
For EA App:
- Launch the EA App on the PC.
- Sign in to the valid account > Go to Profile at the top right.
- Click on the down arrow icon next to the profile.
- Next, click on Settings > Select Download.
- From the Updates section, you’ll need to Turn ON the Update games automatically toggle.
- Now, Turn ON the Enable background services option.
- Once done, relaunch the EA App to apply changes.
4. Verify and Repair the Game Files
Any missing or corrupted game files can also trouble you a lot when it comes to the game launching and in-game features. It’s recommended that you verify and repair the installed game files on the PC by following the steps below.
For EA App:
- Open the EA App > Go to My Collection.
- Right-click on Apex Legends from the list.
- Click on Repair > Wait to complete the verification process.
- Once done, restart the PC to apply changes.
For Steam:
- Launch Steam > Click on Library.
- Right-click on Apex Legends.
- Click on Properties > Go to Local Files.
- Now, click on Verify Integrity of Game Files.
- Wait for this process to complete.
- Once done, reboot the PC to apply changes.
5. Update Your Graphics Driver
Sometimes, issues with the graphics card driver, such as an outdated or corrupted driver on the system, can eventually trigger multiple conflicts while playing video games. It’s suggested that you check for the graphics driver and install the latest driver version.
Recommended Update:
- Press the Win+X keys > Click on Device Manager from the list.
- Double-click on Display Adapters.
- Right-click on the dedicated graphics card that you use.
- Select Update Driver > Click on Search automatically for drivers.
- If an update is available, it’ll automatically download & install the latest version.
- Once done, restart the computer to apply changes.
Manual Update:
If you can’t find any pending updates, head to the official website of the respective graphics card brand below and search manually for the latest update. Remember that you’ll always have to search for the latest driver version specific to your model. If a new version is available for the graphics card, download the driver and install it on your PC. You can jump to the link below to do so:
6. Enable Nvidia Reflex in the Game Settings
If the graphics driver update didn’t work for you, you should also try enabling the Nvidia Reflex option in the game settings menu by following the steps below.
- Launch Apex Legends > Go to the Settings menu.
- Click on Video Settings > Go to Advanced Video.
- Enable the Nvidia Reflex option.
- Save the changes and restart the game.
7. Disable DirectX 12
If you’re currently using DirectX 12, disable it and try using the DirectX 11 version instead. While some players have mentioned that the Nvidia Reflex not working issue is prone to occur with DirectX 12. To do so:
- Open Apex Legends > Go to the Settings menu.
- Navigate to Video Settings.
- Head over to the Advanced Video section.
- Be sure to turn off the DirectX 12 option.
- Save changes and restart the game.
8. Set Launch Options
Another option is to manually add the launch options in the client for Apex Legends to avoid the Nvidia Reflex greyed-out issue to some extent.
- Open Steam > Click on Library.
- Right-click on Apex Legends > Select Properties.
- Go to the Set Launch Options.
- Add -eac_launcher_settings in the field.
- Save changes and run the game again.
9. Turn Off Windows Firewall
Turn off security programs on the PC if you’re experiencing game launching or in-game feature working issues. Aggressive antivirus programs may block ongoing connections with the game files or servers. To do so:
- Open the Start Menu > Search and open Windows Defender Firewall.
- Click on Turn Windows Defender Firewall on or off from the left side.
- Select the Turn off Windows Defender Firewall (not recommended) option.
- Do the same for all the Private, Public, and Domain Network Settings.
- Once done, click on OK to save changes.
10. Disable Antivirus Protection
It’s also recommended to temporarily turn off the antivirus protection on your system, whatever you’re using. It can be the default Windows antivirus or a third-party antivirus software. But sometimes, aggressive scanning of the program files and blocking can be painful while using in-game options. Several users have found this trick helpful by disabling the antivirus software.
- Press the Win+I keys to open Windows Settings.
- Click on Update & Security.
- Go to Windows Security from the left pane.
- Now, click on Open Windows Security.
- Open Virus & Threat Protection.
- Click on Manage settings.
- Turn Off the Real-time protection option.
- If prompted, click on Yes to proceed further.
That’s it, guys. We assume this guide was helpful to you. If you have any further queries, please comment below.
