Steam is an extremely popular online gaming platform. It was released in 2003 by Valve Corporation and since then, millions of gamers across the world come to this platform to purchase and download a variety of games. However, like any other game client, Steam is also not immune to bugs, errors, and technical glitches such as servers are too busy errors, something went wrong errors, and white screen and crash issues, among others.
Adding to these issues, many Steam users are now reporting that they are experiencing crashing issues while using Big Picture mode in Steam. Big Picture Mode is a user interface designed especially for large-screen displays like TVs. However, like many other users, if you are also experiencing crashing issues in Big Picture mode in Steam, then this guide is just right for you. We have covered all potential methods to fix this issue.
How to Fix Steam Big Picture Mode Crashes
In Steam, Big Picture Mode provides a controller-friendly and more immersive gaming experience. But due to a crashing issue, players are unable to enjoy their favorite games on a larger screen. Are you one of them? Worry not, this guide will provide you with a complete step-by-step guide to troubleshoot the big-picture mode crashing issue in Steam.
Before you start the following troubleshooting steps, make sure to quickly go through the following checklist:
1. First of all, simply restart your Steam once and check if the issue persists.
2. Make sure you have updated the Steam client to the latest version as an older version can create multiple issues including Big Picture mode crashes.
3. Repair any missing or corrupted game files. To do this: Go to Steam Library >> Right-click on the game >> Properties >> Local Files >> Verify the integrity of game files. Relaunch the game after the scanning and check if that trick worked.
4. Make sure your graphics drivers as well as audio drivers are updated to the latest version.
In case, these quick workarounds don’t help to resolve the Big Picture mode crashing issue, then try the below workarounds.
1. Disable Steam Beta Program
If you are participating in the Steam Beta program, try opting out from the program to fix the crashing issue. To do this: Go to Steam client >> Settings >> Account >> Click on the ‘Change’ button next to ‘Beta Participation’. Then choose the ‘None – Opt out of all beta programs’ option and then restart the Steam client.
2. Make Sure Steam is Running in Compatibility Mode
– Press the Win + R keys to open up the Run dialogue box.
– Type in the below path and then press Enter.
C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam
– Right-click on the Steam.exe file and select ‘Properties’.
– Go to the ‘Compatibility’ tab >> Check the box under ‘Compatibility Mode’.
– Now, click on the drop-down list and select a previous version of the Windows system.
– Click on ‘Apply’ and then OK to save the changes.
– Once done, restart Steam and check if the issue persists.
– If you have already enabled the ‘Compatibility Mode’ then uncheck the box under ‘Compatibility Mode’, Save the changes, and lastly restart Steam.
3. Roll Back the Drivers
In case you are experiencing a crashing issue in Steam’s Big Picture Mode after updating your drivers, then we suggest rolling back your drivers to resolve this issue.
– Go to Device Manager
– Expand ‘Display adapters’
– Right-click on your graphics driver and select Properties
– Then click on Roll Back Driver
– Lastly, select a reason and then click on ‘Yes’
– Once done, reboot your PC
4. Reinstall Steam
If none of these methods work, try uninstalling the game and reinstalling it. However, make sure to back up your saved games.
That’s it for this guide. Hopefully, one of these methods will help you to resolve Steam Big Picture mode crashes.
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