Fix: Infinity Nikki “The UE-X6Game Game Has Crashed” on PC

Papergames’ open-world dress-up game, Infinity Nikki, has recently been released for Windows PCs. However, some players on online forums have reported encountering issues where the game unexpectedly closes, displaying an error message that reads “The UE-X6Game Game Has Crashed And Will Close On PC.”

This error often suggests a problem with the game engine or compatibility with the system. It can also occur due to conflicting applications running in the background or incorrect graphics settings. Common culprits include inappropriate power settings, an outdated graphics driver, or an already running instance of Nikki in the background.

1) Check if Your System Meets Minimum Requirements

Since the error message is related to the game engine, it’s crucial to rule out compatibility issues early in the troubleshooting process. Otherwise, the game engine might encounter recurring issues later. If your system doesn’t meet the minimum requirements set by the developer, the game may not function properly, leading to frequent crashes. Always check the game’s official system requirements and ensure your system has sufficient resources. This typically includes verifying your CPU performance, available RAM, and graphics card capability against the game’s listed specifications. If any of these are below par, consider upgrading to avoid further issues.

2) Close Background Apps

If you encounter this error when launching Infinity Nikki, check if any unnecessary background applications are conflicting with the game. Windows Task Manager can be a useful tool here. Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open it and look at the ‘Processes’ tab to see what’s running. Close any background apps, such as Afterburner, Rivatuner, or HWiNFO that you don’t need. Sometimes, when launching the game, you might have opened more than one instance. To resolve this, open Task Manager, end all duplicate tasks associated with the game, and restart it. To avoid potential permission issues, try to run the game as an administrator. You can do this by right-clicking the game’s shortcut and selecting ‘Run as administrator’.

3) Verify Integrity of Game Files

Given the nature of this error, there’s a high chance that the game files are either corrupted or configured incorrectly. Fortunately, most launchers, including the Epic Games Store (the exclusive third-party launcher for Infinity Nikki), offer an option to verify game files. This process checks the game’s installation files for errors and restores any that are missing or damaged. Navigate to your game library, right-click on Infinity Nikki, and choose the ‘Verify’ or ‘Repair’ option (exact terminology may vary by platform). This will make sure that your installation is complete and up-to-date.

4) Update Your Graphics Driver

It’s common for new software releases, particularly those not exclusive to PC, to experience driver compatibility issues at launch. This occurs because drivers are like translators between your hardware and software, and they need to be updated regularly to ensure compatibility with new software standards. Over time, driver updates are released to resolve these issues. Therefore, it’s vital to check for any available driver updates and install them if available. Head to your GPU manufacturer’s official website—such as NVIDIA, AMD, or Intel—and follow their easy prompts to download and install your graphics card’s latest drivers.

5) Run the Game on Your Dedicated GPU

Though rare, it’s possible your system may not be utilizing the dedicated GPU. This can happen if your settings default to using integrated graphics to save power. For PC users, this isn’t an issue since you’re directly connected to your GPU. However, laptop users should verify which graphics hardware is running the game.

To ensure you’re using your dedicated GPU, right-click on your Desktop and select “Display settings.” Then scroll down and click “Advanced display settings.” This will open a page showing your graphics hardware configuration. Alternatively, check within the graphics control panel software (such as NVIDIA Control Panel or AMD Radeon Software) to ensure your game is assigned to the dedicated GPU.

6) Round Up the “Usual Suspects”

Windows itself might have issues, which is why we recommend updating your Windows to the latest version. Check if any overlays for the game, such as Discord or Afterburner, are enabled, as these can conflict with game operations. Disable these services or try launching the game with them turned off to see if it resolves the issue. Lastly, if none of these solutions work, contact Papergames support for further assistance. Documenting the steps you’ve taken will be helpful for their troubleshooting process.