Blue Screen Crashes in Blizzard Games

Updated: 3 years ago
Article ID: 127261

Common Problems

  • My computer crashed while I was playing a Blizzard game
  • My computer rebooted unexpectedly
  • My computer displayed a "blue screen of death" in the middle of a game

This issue is not supported by Blizzard Customer Service as it is not caused by a Blizzard product. We've provided some suggestions below, but you will need to consult your computer manufacturer or a local technical troubleshooter if the issue persists.
 

Blue screen crashes indicate a critical system error has occurred. These will only happen on Windows systems, and sometimes indicate a corrupted operating system or failing hardware.

  1. Update your drivers and operating system to resolve any compatibility errors.
  2. Check your system for potentially unwanted programs and malware with a security scan.
  3. Security programs can prevent your drivers or hardware from being accessed correctly. Troubleshoot your security programs.
  4. Use System File Checker to scan your operating system files for errors.
  5. Overclocked hardware can cause system instability. Disable any active overclocking on your hardware, including factory overclocking.
  6. Overheating hardware can cause Windows to crash. Check for overheating components.
  7. Improperly slotted or failing Memory can cause system crashes. Scan your RAM for errors.
  8. Consult your computer manufacturer or a local technical troubleshooter for further assistance. Blizzard Customer Service cannot assist with this issue as it is not caused by a Blizzard product.