Many players have recently experienced the Apex Legends crash issue, often getting the “FS_CheckAsyncRequest” engine error. The error can be caused by a number of issues, but luckily there are a few fixes that can fix it. The problem could be related to the need to update the GPU driver, DirectX, corrupted game files, or even the in-game graphics settings. Here are all known fixes for Apex Legends “FS_CheckAsyncRequest” kernel error.
What is the “FS_CheckAsyncRequest” error in Apex Legends
The error message is reported to appear when starting the game or even during matches in certain situations. The error message might be related to your system being unable to handle Apex Legends, but more often than not, it’s a technical error that can be fixed. First, make sure your system meets the minimum system requirements to run Apex Legends. If your system meets the minimum requirements, there are a few fixes that should fix the issue.
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Changing graphics settings in Apex Legends
There are several graphic settings that can cause the error, especially after the recent Apex Legends update. If you are running the game on DirectX 12 with low model detail, it is recommended to revert to DirectX 11 and set the model detail to medium. . This workaround has been confirmed by Respawn as a fix until the issue is resolved by the developer. Players have reported that an issue can occur when scanning ring consoles while launching the game with these settings.
Verify game files
Another reason for the problem could be due to corrupted game files, especially after an Apex Legends update.
To check game files:
- Open Steam.
- Right click Apex Legends in the Games Library.
- Select Characteristics.
- From the menu, select ” Check Integrity of Game Files“.
- Then restart your computer and check if the error message still appears when launching Apex Legends.
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Update your GPU drivers
If the issue is still there, you may need to update or reinstall your GPU drivers.
To update GPU drivers:
- Right click the start menu.
- Select Device Manager
- Select the dropdown arrow on Display Adapters
- Right click GPU driver.
- Select Update Driver
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If the issue persists, try uninstalling and reinstalling Apex Legends. If that doesn’t work, you can contact Apex Legends Support and submit a ticket.
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