If you’re getting the “out of video memory” error on Remnant 2, don’t worry! We’ll give you some tips on how to resolve the problem.
Remnant 2 is the sequel to its best-selling predecessor Remnant: From the Ashes. You can play the game solo or with two friends to fight against humanoid, non-humanoid, and fantastical creatures with gunplay and melee weapons.
After much anticipation, Remnant 2 has officially been released. The Ultimate Edition of the game went live 3 days early to the ones who pre-ordered it. The main game will be released on July 25, 2023.
Like its predecessor, Remnant 2 has gained massive popularity among players, most of whom have already bought the Ultimate Edition and tried it on different platforms. However, PC players aren’t too happy with the game as it faces constant crashes and optimization issues.
Even with higher-end rigs, the game is struggling to run smoothly. No matter whether you have a 4090 or a far lower-end GPU with low VRAM, the Out of Memory error keeps popping up at the launch of Remnant 2.
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Why Does “Out of Video Memory” Error Occur in Remnant 2?
Insufficient VRAM in your GPU is typically the cause of the “Out of Video Memory” error in any game. For instance, if a game’s minimum requirements call for a GPU with at least 6 GB of VRAM, but your GPU only has 4 GB or less, the game will have trouble loading textures. Hence, the game will ultimately crash and display the “Out of Video Memory” error.

For Remnant 2, though, the situation is a little different. Players are frequently experiencing the “Out of Video Memory” error, even with the strongest rigs, such as the 4090 and i9 13900k. This error is occurring due to the game’s lack of optimization issues and only happening in some specific hardware combinations.
How to Fix “Out of Video Memory” Error in Remnant 2
The first thing you can do to determine whether this is a hardware issue on your end is to look out for the minimum system requirements for Remnant 2. If your GPU meets the minimum VRAM requirement, then the problem doesn’t lie within your hardware but the game itself. In any case, there are some workarounds that the community has found that you can try to fix the “Out of Video Memory” error in Remnant 2.
Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to fix the “Out of Video Memory” error in Remnant 2:
1. Set your game to Windows 8 Compatibility Mode
For most users, setting Remnant 2 to Windows 8 compatibility mode has fixed the issue. Although you may notice a slight performance degradation, doing so will not cause the “Out of Video Memory” error.

To set Remnant 2 in Windows 8 compatibility mode:
- Locate Remnant 2 folder on your PC
- Right-click on Remnant 2 (for Windows 11: Right-click and press Show more options)
- Click on Properties and go to the Compatibility tab
- Check the Run this program in compatibility mode for the box and select Windows 8 from the dropdown menu
- Check the Run this program as administrator from the Settings menu
- Click on Apply
- Launch Remnant 2
2. Lower Remnant 2 Graphics

After setting the game into Windows 8 compatibility mode, the game should launch without any issues. However, due to the Windows 8 compatibility mode, your game may not look as good as it should. So, you can tweak/ lower your graphics a little bit and turn the Windows 8 compatibility mode off. You should focus on the video settings that consume more VRAM for optimal results.
If your game shows the same “Out of Video Memory” error after lowering the graphics and turning Windows 8 compatibility mode off, then revert back to the old settings with Windows 8 compatibility mode turned on.
3. Disable GPU and CPU overclocking
Many people have reported that disabling the GPU and CPU overclocking on higher-end GPUs helps fix the error. Remnant 2 doesn’t fully utilize your hardware, so turning the overlock off for GPU and CPU is worth a shot.
4. Submit a Ticket to Gearbox Publishing

Although this step might not immediately give you a fix, it’ll give the developers enough data to release an update with a permanent fix soon enough. Go to Gearbox Publishing’s website to submit a ticket. Click on I need technical assistance for an issue related to Arc or a game. Explain your problem and submit the ticket.
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If you follow these steps carefully, the “Out of Video Memory” error Remnant 2 should be resolved. Remember, the developers are aware of the issue, and the workarounds came directly from them.
However, it is not a permanent solution. So, keep your eyes on Remnant 2 and Gunfire Games’ social media handles to see if there’s any permanent solution to this problem.