Fix FC26 DirectX Function Error: Dx12Renderer / NvAPI_D3D12 / DXGI_ERROR_DEVICE_HUNG

The FC26 DirectX Function Error often appears as DXGI_ERROR_DEVICE_HUNG, signaling that the graphics device stopped responding.

DirectX function error in FC games is usually linked to DirectX, GPU drivers, or system compatibility problems. In this article we will explain the causes for the error and then provide the working solutions to fix the issue.

Reasons for FC26 DirectX Function Error

Here are the reasons why you experience FC26 DirectX Function Error

• Corrupted or outdated DirectX installation – If DirectX files are damaged or missing, the game cannot properly render graphics.
• Missing or incompatible Visual C++ redistributables – Without the correct runtime libraries, certain game functions fail to execute.
• Conflicts from background applications – Extra programs running in the background can interfere with GPU performance and cause crashes.
• Faulty or outdated graphics drivers (NVIDIA/AMD) – Old or unstable drivers often lead to rendering errors and device hangs.
• Incorrect GPU usage (integrated instead of dedicated) – Running the game on integrated graphics instead of the dedicated GPU reduces stability and performance.
• Overlays from Steam, Discord, or GeForce Experience interfering – Overlay features can conflict with DirectX and cause crashes during gameplay.
• High in-game graphics settings exceeding system capability – Overloading the GPU with ultra settings can trigger device hung errors.
• Corrupted or missing game files – Damaged installation files prevent the game from running smoothly.
• Windows OS not updated to the latest version – Outdated system files may lack compatibility with newer DirectX or GPU drivers.
• Improper launch options or full-screen optimization issues – Incorrect startup parameters or optimization settings can cause instability.

How To Fix FC26 DirectX Function Error

Follow the methods explained below to fix the FC26 DirectX function error.

1. Reinstall DirectX

Type in DirectX on Google and click on the top option for Microsoft.

You can  also click on the link given in the description.

https://www.microsoft.com/en-in/download/details.aspx?id=35

Download the DirectX setup file and after the   download is complete, run the exe file. Click on Yes to continue.

Follow the On-screen instructions to finish the downloading process or follow as shown.  Make sure to Uncheck Bing Bar box.  Let the installation process complete.

After it is complete, restart your PC and then try to launch the game.

2. Install the Visual C++ redistributables

Next you can install the   Visual C++ redistributables. What you need to do is search Visual C++ redistributables in Google.

Click on the first link of microsoft.com.

We also have provided this link in the Description so you don’t have to search.  Download the Visual current C++ redistributables available.

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/cpp/windows/latest-supported-vc-redist?view=msvc-170

Remember to download the correct architecture,   like downloading x64 for 64-bit  systems and x86 for 32-bit systems.  Install the downloaded file as shown.  Now Restart your PC. After the PC Restarts,   run the game and the issue should be fixed.

3. Perform a Clean Boot

FC26 DirectX Function error typically occurs due to issues with your graphics drivers, DirectX, or system compatibility.

So, the first thing you can do to fix the issue is perform a clean boot of your system to ensure no background applications are causing conflicts.

• Press Windows + R keys to launch the Run utility. Enter ‘msconfig’ in the Run command box and hit Enter.
• The System Configuration Window will open now. Select the Services tab and check the box right beside Hide all Microsoft Services.

• Click on the Disable all option. This will stop all the programs that are running in the background except the Microsoft services.
• Close the window and right-click on your Taskbar. Click on Task Manager.
• Next, click on the Startup tab and right-click on the programs you want to disable.
• Click the Disable option.
• After finishing the process, restart your PC. Now launch the game and check.

4. Select Debug mode in NVIDIA Control Panel

Right-click on your desktop. Select More options and then select NVIDIA Control Panel.

Click on the help tab from the top.  Check Debug mode from the options. Now launch the game and check.

5. Tweak The NVIDIA Control Panel Settings

Next,   you can try tweaking the NVIDIA Control Panel  settings.

• For that, open NVIDIA Control Panel.  Click on manage 3D settings. Open program settings.
• Click on the DROPDOWN. Find the game from there.
• If you do not find the game enlisted here,   click on the Add button. Click on browse  and go to the game installation folder.
• Select the game exe file and click on Open.  Scroll to find OpenGL rendering GPU. Select  your graphics card from the adjacent list.
• Next, click on Power management mode  and select Prefer maximum performance.  Now click on Vertical Sync and select Adaptive.   Click on Apply. Once you have changed  all the above settings, launch the game.

6. Update Graphics Drivers and Run The Game On The Dedicated Graphics Card

The next thing you can do is troubleshoot graphics drivers.

• Open Device Manager using Windows Search.
• Go to the Display Adapters section and expand it.
• Right-click on your Graphics driver and choose Update Driver option.

• From the next window, select the Search Automatically for Drivers option.
• Follow the onscreen instructions to download and install the latest driver.
• You can also visit the official websites of your Graphics Card manufacturer to update your graphics drivers.
• These websites are – https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/drivers/) + (https://www.amd.com/en/support
• Now, download the latest drivers for the graphics card installed on your computer from these websites. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the driver installation process.
• Once done, restart your PC.
• When the device restarts, open the app again to check for updates.
• Download and install the available updates.
• If you have multiple GPUs for your computer, then make sure you use the one exclusively for gaming. This ensures a better gaming experience.
• So, using the dedicated GPU for gaming can avoid issues while playing games like FC26.
• Here is how you can check if you’re running the dedicated graphics card. However, this depends upon your operating system and the graphics card you are using.
• Press the Windows key + R to launch the Run utility.
• Type ‘devmgmt.msc’ in the Run command box and hit Enter or click on OK.
• Expand the Display Adapters section.
• Here you will find the two adapters – one for your dedicated graphics card and the integrated graphics card.
• The dedicated graphics card should have a longer and more specific name than the integrated one.
• The dedicated graphics card may also have a higher memory size listed. So, run the game with the dedicated graphics card.

7. Tweak In-Game Settings

Lower the graphics settings in FC26. Sometimes, high settings can cause the game to crash if your system can’t handle them.

Here is how you can tweak some of the game settings and make it run smoothly even on a low end PC and avoid the error.

Run FC 26.  Open the Game settings and click on Display Configuration or similar option.

First, set the resolution to the native resolution or 1280 x 720(16:9).

Next, set display mode to full screen or windowed borderless.

Set the refresh rate to 60 HZ.

Next set the frame rate to 30 FPS or 60 fps.

Turn off V-sync.

Turn the Dynamic resolution scale to off.

Set Cutscene Quality to half frame rate.

Set Strand-based hair to off.

Set Rendering Quality to low.

Next set Grass Quality to low and Crowd Quality to low.

You can tweak some more settings and check what works for you. Once done, apply all the changes. Then confirm from the pop-up window.

8. Verify The Game Files

Missing or corrupted game files can also cause errors like this.

So, verify the game files.

Here is how you can verify the integrity of the game files from Steam platform.

• Head to the Steam Library. Right-click on the game and open its Properties.
• Go to the Installed Files tab and click on the Verify the Integrity of the Game files option.

Wait till Steam verifies the game files and download the missing file or fix the corrupted game files. Once done launch the game and check.

9. Add the Game for High Performance and Try a Lower Resolution

• Press the Windows + I keys to open Settings.
• Click on System and then select Display.
• Scroll down and click on Graphics.
• Click on the Browse option.
• Next, head to the game installation folder. Select game exe and add it.
• You will now see it here. Click on Options.

• Select High Performance. Select Save to save the changes.
• You can also try a lower resolution from settings.
• To do that, go to Windows Settings. Click on the System tab and select Display. Then head to Display resolution.
• You can try a lower resolution than the recommended one for your PC and check if the game loads now.

10. Disable Overlay Features

Next, display Steam overlay features.

• Open Steam Library.
• Find the game & and right-click on it. Go to its Properties.
• Now go to the General Tab.
• Uncheck the Enable the ‘Steam Overlay while in game’ option.

You should also disable other overlay apps like Discord, GeForce Experience, Nvidia Shadow Play overlay, or AMD Overlay before playing the game.

11. Disable Full-Screen Optimization For FC26

Go to FC26’s installation folder. Locate the FC26 exe file and right-click on it.

Select Properties. Go to the Compatibility tab  and check the Disable full screen optimization  box. Click on Apply and Ok to save the changes.

12. Try   Different Launching Options For FC26

If the issue persists, you can try   different launching options for FC26. Open Steam.

Right-click on FC26 and select Properties. In the launch options type -d3d11 and try   to launch the game. If it doesn’t work,  then type -dx11 and then -dx12 commands.  Check if these work for you.

13. Update Your OS

Type Check for updates in the search bar   and select the top result.  Click on Check for updates and wait for Windows to check for the latest available updates.

Download & install the updates.  Once done, restart your PC.

14. Reinstall FC26

If the methods shown could not fix the issue, then reinstall FC26. To do so, press Windows + I to open Settings.

Open Apps and then head to Installed Apps. Click on the three-dot menu next to the game. Click on the Uninstall button. Follow as shown to uninstall the game.

Once the Uninstallation of the game completes, restart your PC.

Once your PC restarts reinstall the game to some other drive or SSD. Now launch the game and check.

Wrapping Up

The FC26 DirectX Function Error is usually caused by a mix of driver issues, DirectX corruption, or system resource conflicts.

By addressing each possible reason—starting with DirectX and Visual C++ updates, moving through driver fixes, disabling overlays, and adjusting in-game settings—you can systematically eliminate the error.

For any further queries, ask us in section provided below.