Jump Space Black Screen Fix | How to Stop Crashing
Black screen or crashing issues in Jump Space can ruin a run before it even begins. Many players hit these problems on launch or after loading into a new sector. The good news is there are several safe and proven fixes that work right away.
Note: If worried about your GPU being bricked, check here.
Jump Space black screen and crash fixes
The fastest fix is verifying game files in Steam, updating GPU drivers, then relaunching. If the screen is still black, press Alt plus Enter to force windowed mode. Disabling overlays and background apps often clears it up as well.
Verify game files
Open Steam, right click Jump Space, select Properties, and click Verify integrity. This replaces broken or missing files without reinstalling. Always try this before heavier fixes.
Update GPU drivers
Nvidia users should update through GeForce Experience, AMD users through Adrenalin. Pick the clean or factory reset option if problems continue. Reboot after updating.
Disable overlays and background tools
Turn off the Steam overlay, Discord overlay, and GeForce/AMD overlays. Close apps like MSI Afterburner, RivaTuner, ReShade, Flux, or Xbox Game Bar. These often cause black screens during launch.
Adjust display and resolution
Set desktop resolution to 1920x1080 before launching. If the screen stays black, press Alt plus Enter to switch to windowed mode. Turning off HDR in Windows display settings can also help.
Laptop and GPU settings
Open Windows Graphics Settings and set Jump Space to High performance. Nvidia laptop users can set Preferred GPU to High performance in Control Panel. Always play while plugged in.
Reset graphics profiles
In Nvidia Control Panel or AMD Adrenalin, reset 3D settings for the game. Disable Radeon Chill or custom frame caps. Keep V-Sync off until the game runs stable.
Final Blurb
Black screen and crash problems in Jump Space usually come from bad files, overlays, or driver conflicts. Run through this list step by step and the game should load smoothly. Once stable, you can raise graphics settings back up without issue.
FAQ
How do I fix a black screen on startup?
Verify files in Steam, update drivers, then press Alt plus Enter to force windowed mode.
Why does Jump Space keep crashing?
Most crashes come from overlays, background tools, or outdated drivers. Closing them often fixes it.
Does reinstalling help?
A reinstall can work if files are corrupted, but verifying files is faster and should be tried first.
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