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How to Fix FIFA 23 Beta Crashing

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Have you been dealing with constant crashes trying to play the FIFA 23 beta? I feel your pain. As a fellow gamer and streaming enthusiast, I know how frustrating crashing issues can be with a highly anticipated new game like FIFA 23.

Not to worry – in this comprehensive troubleshooting guide, I‘ll walk you through all the potential fixes to get the FIFA 23 beta running smoothly.

Why Does the FIFA 23 Beta Keep Crashing?

Before we dive into solutions, let‘s quickly cover the main culprits behind all these crashes:

Server Overload – With millions trying to access the beta, EA‘s servers are getting slammed beyond capacity. This leads to frequent disconnects and crashes. EA themselves confirmed ongoing server disruptions.

Friends List Bug – EA identified an infamous bug where having over 100 friends on your platform friends list overloads FIFA 23 and causes frequent crashes.

General Performance Issues – It‘s a beta, so optimization is still a work in progress. Bugs and unoptimized code cause crashes on some systems.

Corrupt Game Files – Like any game, corrupted or conflicting game file errors can crash FIFA 23 on launch or during matches.

Hardware Compatibility Problems – FIFA 23 may have issues gelling with certain hardware configs. Crashes often happen when hitting GPU/CPU limits.

Platform-Specific Bugs – Unique crashes stem from the PS4/PS5, Xbox One/Series X|S and PC platforms.

So for now, crashing is par for the course with an unfinished beta build. But while we wait for EA to smooth things out on their end, you can take steps to improve stability.

General Troubleshooting Tips

Before we get platform-specific, try these universal troubleshooting steps:

  • Update Graphics Drivers – Outdated GPU drivers are a leading cause of game crashes. Grab the latest from Nvidia or AMD.

  • Close Background Apps – Free up system resources by closing any other programs running in the background.

  • Disable Overlays – Steam, Origin, Discord and Nvidia overlays can interfere with games, causing crashes.

  • Verify/Reinstall Game Files – Fix corrupted files by verifying or reinstalling FIFA 23 through Origin or Steam.

  • Restart Your System – Reboot your PC or console to clear any glitchy processes contributing to crashes.

  • Check for OS Updates – Grab the latest Windows, PS5 or Xbox firmware updates which may fix crashing bugs.

  • Lower Graphic Settings – Ease the workload on your hardware by reducing FIFA 23‘s graphics quality.

  • Reset Router/Modem – Flaky internet connections sometimes cause online play to crash. Resetting routers can help.

  • Contact EA Support – EA‘s support staff may have additional tips or insights into crashes you‘re seeing.

If you‘re still experiencing frequent crashes after trying these basic steps, read on for platform-specific fixes.

PlayStation Fixes for FIFA 23 Beta Crashes

Based on reports from the PlayStation community, the FIFA 23 beta has been crashing constantly across both PS4 and PS5 consoles. Here are some tailored solutions:

Adjust Power Saving Settings

  • Your PS4 or PS5‘s Rest Mode can destabilize games and cause crashing. Disable Rest Mode entirely under Power Saving settings as a test.

  • Also, disable features like "Stay Connected to the Internet" and "Enable Turning on PS4/PS5 from Network" which can lead to crashes.

Reset Graphics Settings

  • Navigate to Settings > Screen and Video > Video Output Settings on your PlayStation. Reset graphics to default which can fix display conflicts triggering crashes.

Rebuild PS4 Database

  • Database errors are a common PS4 crashing culprit. Enter Safe Mode and select "Rebuild Database" to sort out these problems.

Clear Cache on PS5

  • Power down your PS5, unplug it from power for 30 seconds to wipe the cache. This clears out temporary corrupted data that could be crashing FIFA 23.

Disable HDR

  • FIFA 23 seems to have some HDR-related compatibility issues on PS4 and PS5. Disable HDR under display settings as a test.

Try a New User Profile

  • Create a new user profile on your PlayStation and switch to it. This can determine if settings or corrupted data on your main profile are responsible.

Initialize PS4/Factory Reset PS5

  • If you‘ve exhausted other options, initialize your PS4 or factory reset the PS5. This will wipe both consoles back to a clean, default state.

Xbox Fixes to Stop FIFA 23 Beta from Crashing

Over on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S, the FIFA 23 beta has been equally as shaky with its crashing problems. Try these Xbox-specific fixes:

Power Cycle the Xbox

  • Press and hold the Xbox power button for 10 seconds to hard reboot your console. This often fixes glitched processes causing crashes.

Clear the Cache

  • With the Xbox powered down, unplug it from power for 2-3 minutes. This will clear the cache and fix potential crashing issues.

Factory Reset Xbox

  • If other methods fail, perform a factory reset to wipe your Xbox back to out-of-box defaults.

Disable HDR

  • As mentioned for PlayStation, disable HDR under Xbox display settings to see if that stabilizes FIFA 23.

Set Xbox to Offline Mode

  • Go to Settings > General > Network settings > Go offline. This prevents server and connectivity problems from crashing the beta.

Clear Saved Data

  • Corrupted data in the FIFA 23 beta saved files or account could be responsible. Delete all related saved data.

Disable Crossplay on Xbox One

  • If playing the FIFA 23 beta on Xbox One, disable crossplay under settings. This prevents next-gen connectivity issues from crashing the game.

How to Stop Crashes on FIFA 23 Beta for PC

PC players testing out the FIFA 23 beta haven‘t been spared from rampant crashing either. Here are some PC-specific fixes:

Update Windows and Drivers

  • Ensure Windows, GPU drivers, chipset drivers and other system software is fully updated. Outdated components often clash with games.

Adjust Graphics Settings

  • Open FIFA 23‘s graphics options and lower quality settings to reduce strain on your PC‘s hardware, preventing crashes. Also disable VSync.

Close Overlays and Background Apps

  • Shut down overlays like Origin, Steam, Discord etc. Also close any other programs running in the background hogging resources.

Scan and Repair Game Files

  • Verify integrity of game files through Origin or Steam. Fixing corrupted files helps prevent crashing.

Clean Install GPU Drivers

  • If updating GPU drivers doesn‘t work, do a complete clean install to fully clear old, corrupted driver files.

Check CPU/GPU Temperatures

  • Use HWInfo or Task Manager to monitor components. Crashes may occur if CPU or GPU is overheating and force shutting down.

Reinstall/Move Game

  • As a test, do a fresh reinstall of the FIFA 23 beta or move it to another drive. This can eliminate potential platform or storage issues.

Disable CPU Overclocks

  • If you have any unstable CPU overclocks configured, reset to default clocks. Overclocking sometimes contributes to game crashes.

Further Troubleshooting If FIFA 23 Beta Keeps Crashing

If you still can‘t get the FIFA 23 beta working reliably after exhausting all platform-specific fixes, here are a few other things to try:

  • Post on EA‘s forums or contact EA Help for assistance – EA‘s support staff may be able to fix unique account issues triggering crashes on their end.

  • Check FIFA forums/subreddits for other users‘ solutions – Fellow players may have discovered fixes that can help your situation.

  • Monitor hardware usage with Task Manager/HWInfo during play – Crashing patterns could correlate to component peaks indicating a bottleneck.

  • Test RAM individually by removing sticks one at a time – Incompatible RAM can cause system instability and game crashes.

  • Experiment with slightly underclocking GPU/CPU speeds – This reduces hardware stress that may be contributing to crashes.

  • Update motherboard BIOS and chipset drivers – Outdated BIOS/drivers can create compatibility issues leading to crashes.

  • Repair or replace any faulty/underpowered hardware – Failing components like GPUs, power supplies or overheating units can certainly cause crashes.

I know crashing issues can be infuriating, especially with a game you‘re stoked to play like FIFA 23. But hang in there, beta testing is always a bit rough around the edges. And the full FIFA 23 release on September 30th should see many improvements after EA smooths out these nagging crashes. In the meantime, hopefully some of these troubleshooting tips can at least make the beta reasonably playable so you can get a taste of the action before launch day! Let me know if any of these solutions work to get you back on the (virtual) pitch.

AlexisKestler

Written by Alexis Kestler

A female web designer and programmer - Now is a 36-year IT professional with over 15 years of experience living in NorCal. I enjoy keeping my feet wet in the world of technology through reading, working, and researching topics that pique my interest.