Fallout New Vegas

New Vegas is built on the same game engine as Fallout 3. Unfortunately, New Vegas has also inherited some of the bugs its predecessor had. This does not mean it's full of bugs. It's a very famous game. To avoid Fallout New Vegas crashes and enjoy improved performance, here are some fixes that you can apply.

Solutions:

1. Change Settings from INI Files
2. Update Graphics Driver and DirectX
3. Fix and Defrag the Registry
4. Run the game in Compability Mode and as an Administrator
5. Change Game Settings

Change Setting from INI Files

Some multi-core hardware incompatible with the game may result in Fallout New Vegas crashes, freezes, and BSOD errors.

Do these steps:

1. Click Start | Documents.
2. Double click: My Games | FalloutNV
3. Open a file named fallout.ini
4. Look for the string named bUseThreadedAI=0
5. Replace 0 with 1
6. Insert an another line beneath the above, iNumHWThreads=2
7. Save the changes you have made and close the file. [Press Ctrl + S to save.]
8. Click Start | Computer.
9. Double click: C:\Program Files (x86)\Bethesda Softworks\Fallout New Vegas, assuming C be the installation directory.
10. Double click the file named fallout_default.ini
11. Do the steps 4 to 7 above.

Update Graphics Driver and DirectX

Keep your drivers up to date. Download a latest version of the graphics driver. Download DirectX from Microsoft's website. This will prevent Fallout New Vegas crashes due to poor drivers.

Fix and Defrag the Registry

Windows Registry is the database containing the information, like user settings, operating system and application data, for the functioning of your computer.

Likewise, the game has its registry entries in the Windows Registry. If these keys become corrupted the game Fallout New Vegas crashes.

Due to random access to the registry (like storing and deleting) the data in it, it gets fragmented time by time. This results in slower performance in retrieving of the registry information. You can defrag the registry to fix errors and maximize the performance of your game.

Run the Game in Compatibility Mode and as an Administrator

Try running the Fallout New Vegas in compatibility mode so as to stop crashing. To do so, perform these steps:

1. Right click the game file located in the Start Menu.
2. Select Properties.
3. Click Compatibility tab.
4. Check-up the box named Run this program for compatibility mode for, and select either Windows XP Service Pack 3 or Windows Vista Service Pack 3 from the drop down box.
5. Check up the box named Run the program as an administrator.
6. Click OK button.
7. Open the game now.

Change Game Settings

Try changing a little setting:
1. Open the game.
2. Click Options.
3. Check up the box named Windowed.
4. Click OK button.

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Fallout New Vegas

Welcome to Vegas. New Vegas. It's the kind of town where you dig your own grave prior to being shot in the head and left for dead...and that's before things really get ugly. It's a town of dreamers and desperados being torn apart by warring factions vying for complete control of this desert oasis. It's a place where the right kind of person with the right kind of weaponry can really make a name for themselves, and make more than an enemy or two along the way. As you battle your way across the heat-blasted Mojave Wasteland, the colossal Hoover Dam, and the neon drenched Vegas Strip, you'll be introduced to a colorful cast of characters, power-hungry factions, special weapons, mutated creatures and much more. Choose sides in the upcoming war or declare "winner takes all" and crown yourself the King of New Vegas in this follow-up to the 2008 videogame of the year, Fallout 3. Enjoy your stay.

Experience all the sights and sounds of fabulous New Vegas, brought to you by Vault-Tec, America's First Choice in Post Nuclear Simulation. Explore the treacherous wastes of the Great Southwest from the safety and comfort of your very own vault: Meet new people, confront terrifying creatures, and arm yourself with the latest high-tech weaponry as you make a name for yourself on a thrilling new journey across the Mojave wasteland.
PUBLISHER: Bethesda Softworks DEVELOPER: Obsidian Entertainment ANTICIPATED RELEASE DATE: 10/19/2010 PLATFORMS: Xbox 360™ / PLAYSTATION®3 / Games for Windows GENRE: Post Nuclear Role-Playing	Description: Welcome to Vegas. New Vegas. It’s the kind of town where you dig your own grave prior to being shot in the head and left for dead…and that’s before things really get ugly. It’s a town of dreamers and desperados being torn apart by warring factions vying for complete control of this desert oasis. It’s a place where the right kind of person with the right kind of weaponry can really make a name for themselves, and make more than an enemy or two along the way. As you battle your way across the heat-blasted Mojave Wasteland, the colossal Hoover Dam, and the neon drenched Vegas Strip, you’ll be introduced to a colorful cast of characters, power-hungry factions, special weapons, mutated creatures and much more. Choose sides in the upcoming war or declare “winner takes all” and crown yourself the King of New Vegas in this follow-up to the 2008 videogame of the year, Fallout 3. Enjoy your stay.
KEY FEATURES: Feel the Heat in New Vegas! Not even nuclear fallout could slow the hustle of Sin City. Explore the vast expanses of the desert wastelands – from small desert towns to the New Vegas strip – and see the Great Southwest as could only be imagined in Fallout. Feuding Factions, Colorful Characters and a Host of Hostiles! A war is brewing between rival factions that will change the lives of everyone in New Vegas. The choices you make will bring you into contact with friends and foes, and determine the final explosive outcome of this epic power struggle. New Systems! Enjoy new additions such as a Companion Wheel that streamlines communication with companions, a Reputation System that tracks your actions, and the aptlytitled Hardcore Mode. Plus, special melee moves and real-time combat mechanics give you new ways to fight. An Arsenal of Shiny New Guns! With double the amount of weapons found in Fallout 3, you’ll have more than enough exciting, new ways to deal with the threats of the wasteland. In addition, a new weapons configuration system that lets you tinker with your toys and see the modifications in real time. Let it Ride! In a huge, open world with unlimited options you can see the sights, choose sides, or go it alone. Peacemaker or Hard Case, House Rules or the Wild Card – it’s all in how you play the game.
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About Bethesda Softworks Bethesda Softworks, part of the ZeniMax Media Inc. family of companies, is a premier developer and worldwide publisher of interactive entertainment software. Titles from two of the world’s top development studios – Bethesda Game Studios and id Software – are featured under the Bethesda Softworks label and include such blockbuster franchises as DOOM®, QUAKE®, The Elder Scrolls®, Fallout®, Wolfenstein™ and RAGE™. For more information on Bethesda Softworks’ products, visit www.bethsoft.com. About Obsidian Entertainment Obsidian Entertainment is an entertainment software development company passionately dedicated to making high quality, next generation games for Windows PC and console systems. Obsidian was founded in 2003 by five game development veterans who've produced, programmed, and/or designed award-winning role playing games for a variety of platforms over the last 15 years. The five founders are: Feargus Urquhart, Chris Parker, Darren Monahan, Chris Avellone and Chris Jones. Many of Obsidian's talented employees have worked on award winning products for organizations such as Black Isle Studios, Blizzard Entertainment, Electronic Arts, Neversoft, and others. Obsidian Entertainment's Web site is located at www.obsidian.net. ZeniMax, Bethesda Softworks and related logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of ZeniMax Media Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. RAGE, ID, id Software, ID TECH, and related logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of id Software LLC in the U.S. and/or other countries. All Rights Reserved.All other trademarks or trade names are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.