4. Disable Fullscreen Optimization and Run as Administrator
You should also try disabling the fullscreen optimization from the game executable file properties to reduce the in-game lags or frame drops. Then you should allow the game executable file to run as admin.
- Right-click on the installed ‘The Medium’ game executable (exe) file.
- Go to Properties > Click on the Compatibility tab.
- Uncheck the Disable Fullscreen Optimization checkbox.
- Enable the Run this program as an administrator checkbox.
- Click on Apply and then OK to save changes.
- Now, you can run The Medium game and check if this fixes the stuttering problem or not.
5. Update Windows OS Build
An outdated Windows OS build can always cause several issues with the performance. Make sure to check for the latest Windows update and install it (if possible). To do this:
- Press the Windows + I keys to open up the Windows Settings menu.
- Now, click on Update & Security > Under the Windows Update section, click on Check for updates.
- If there is an update available, it’ll automatically download and install the update.
- If not, click on Download and Install then wait for the process to complete.
- Finally, restart your computer and check whether The Medium Stuttering, Lag, and Low FPS has been fixed or not.
6. Update Graphics Driver
If you’re using the Nvidia graphics card then update the GeForce Experience app on your PC from the Nvidia official site here. But if you’re using the AMD graphics card on your system, then update the latest AMD Drivers from here.
7. Check Internet Connection
Make sure to check out your internet connection properly because it can possible that something is causing the internet connection to not work properly. In that case, if you’re using a Wi-Fi network, ensure to restart the router first. Additionally, you can try unplugging the power cable and then connect again and turn on the router to check if that fixes the problem or not.
Alternatively, you can try switching to the wired (ethernet cable) connection if you’re already using a Wi-Fi connection. Otherwise, switch to Wi-Fi if you’re using a wired connection.
8. Change Nvidia Graphics Settings
- Right-click on the Nvidia Control Panel.
- Click to expand the 3D Settings > Select Adjust image settings with preview.
- Check to Use my preference emphasizing: Quality
- Increase the Performance bar and click on Apply.
- Now, go to the Manage 3D settings > Click on Program Settings.
- However, if the game isn’t in the drop-down list, click on Add and browse the game to include it)
- Select the preferred graphics processor for this program: Choose a High-performance Nvidia processor.
- Specify the settings for this program: Set Power management mode to Prefer maximum performance and Virtual Reality pre-rendered frames to 1.
9. Adjust Power Options
For more efficient power management along with the increased performance of your Windows 10 system, you should adjust power options from the Control Panel. To do this:
- If you’re using a laptop, click on the battery icon from the taskbar.
- Click on Best Performance > Right-click on the battery icon.
- Select Power Options > Change plan settings.
- Change advanced power settings > Processor power management.
- Click on the add (+) icon > Select Minimum processor state.
- Set it to 100% > Click on Maximum processor state and set it to 100%.
- Finally, hit Apply and then OK to save changes.
10. Remove Temporary Files
Yes! Removing temporary files is important on a timely basis to improve the system’s performance. You can follow the full guide on How to Quickly Remove Windows 10 Temporary Files. Just follow anyone of the methods to easily delete temporary files.
Sometimes Windows system automatically chooses which appearance elements and how much performance of Windows can be good to run. But that may reduce the ultimate performance of the system which can be changed to the best performance mode.
- Click on the Start Menu > Type Performance.
- Select Adjust the Appearance and performance of Windows.
- This will open up the Performance Options window.
- Select Adjust for best performance.
- Click on Apply and then OK to save changes.
Fix: The Medium Stuttering, Lag, and Low FPS on Xbox Series X|S
Xbox Series X|S console users don’t need to perform anything else except for simply power cycling the console. To do this, power off the console > Unplug the power cable > Wait for 30 seconds and then plug back the power cable in > Turn on the console and check whether the problem is fixed or not.
However, if this method doesn’t work for you, just wait for the patch from the game developers or Xbox team to resolve the lag or stutter completely.
That’s it, guys. We assume this guide was helpful to you. Feel free to ask in the comment below.
