{"id":144419,"date":"2023-07-31T03:29:12","date_gmt":"2023-07-31T03:29:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/?p=144419"},"modified":"2025-04-16T09:13:19","modified_gmt":"2025-04-16T09:13:19","slug":"fix-apex-legends-0x887a0006-error","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/fix-apex-legends-0x887a0006-error\/","title":{"rendered":"Methods to Fix the 0x887A0006 Error Code"},"content":{"rendered":"<?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><p>Apex Legends is an online multiplayer battle game developed by EA Games. It is a fun game to play with your friends on your computer or a gaming console. While playing Apex Legends, many users have encountered a strange error message with the following error code &ndash; <strong>0x887A0006 &ndash; DXGI_ERROR_DEVICE_HUNG<\/strong>.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-the-0x887a0006-&ndash;-dxgi_error_device_hung-error-code?\">What is the 0x887A0006 &ndash; DXGI_ERROR_DEVICE_HUNG Error Code?<\/h2><p>The 0x887A0006 &ndash; DXGI_ERROR_DEVICE_HUNG error code is a graphics-related error that users are encountering while playing Apex Legends. This is an <em>engine error<\/em> that stalls and crashes the game while it is running and shows an error code with the following message-<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"546\" height=\"218\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/engine-error.jpg\" alt=\"the 0x887A0006 Error Code which is an engine error occurs while playing games like apex legends on windows pcs\" class=\"wp-image-144421 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/engine-error.jpg 546w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/engine-error-300x120.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/engine-error-150x60.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 546px) 100vw, 546px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>We understand how frustrating this error can be. Hence, we have curated this guide which includes methods to resolve this issue and get back into action quickly. Let&rsquo;s go!<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"methods-to-fix-the-0x887a0006-&ndash;-dxgi_error_device_hung\">Methods to Fix the 0x887A0006 &ndash; DXGI_ERROR_DEVICE_HUNG<\/h2><p>Here, we will discuss various methods you can use to fix the 0x887A0006 &ndash; DXGI_ERROR_DEVICE_HUNG error message that popped up on your screen while playing Apex Legends.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-1-launch-the-game-as-an-administrator\">Method 1: Launch the Game as an Administrator<\/h3><p>This is a straightforward and quick way to fix the 0x887A0006 error code. Sometimes, applications require certain privileges, which are only available to the administrator. Running the application with elevated privileges will grant all the necessary privileges to the game, thereby resolving this error quickly. Here&rsquo;s what to do &ndash;<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Navigate to the folder where Apex Legends is installed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Locate the .exe file of the game. It is usually named as <strong>r5apex<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Right-click on this file and click on <strong>Properties<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on the <strong>Compatibility<\/strong> tab.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check mark <strong>Run this program as an administrator<\/strong> option.<\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"361\" height=\"508\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-compatibility-run-as-admin-check-box-apply-ok.jpg\" alt=\"run apex legends as an administrator to fix the 0x887A0006 Error Code\" class=\"wp-image-144422 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-compatibility-run-as-admin-check-box-apply-ok.jpg 361w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-compatibility-run-as-admin-check-box-apply-ok-213x300.jpg 213w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-compatibility-run-as-admin-check-box-apply-ok-150x211.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 361px) 100vw, 361px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click on <strong>Apply<\/strong> and <strong>OK<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Launch the application.<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>If you still receive the error message after doing so, move on to the next method.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-2-undo-overclocking-various-h-w-components\">Method 2: Undo Overclocking Various H\/W Components<\/h3><p>Various hardware components like processors, GPU &amp; RAM use overclocking to deliver increased performance while playing intense games or running demanding software. However, overclocking puts a load on these components, which subsequently reduces their life.<\/p><p>If you have overclocked any components, undo\/turn it off to restore the default system values. Also, try switching OFF the XMP, as it also consumes system resources, causing the 0x887A0006 &ndash; DXGI_ERROR_DEVICE_HUNG error.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-3-dial-down-in-game-graphics-settings\">Method 3: Dial Down In-game Graphics Settings<\/h3><p>Sometimes, playing games on high graphics settings using discrete graphics or low-end GPU can cause your computer to show the 0x887A0006 error code. To avoid such errors, you can tweak various graphics settings like motion blur, anti-aliasing, tessellation, etc.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-4-disable-overlays\">Method 4: Disable Overlays<\/h3><p>While playing games, many professional gamers and streamers use overlays, such as Discord, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, or NVIDIA Ansel for multitasking and to get some creative liberty. However, running multiple programs simultaneously has its downsides.<\/p><p>As they all require resources to run smoothly, simultaneously running them can consume all of the system resources and thus create a bottleneck. This can cause applications to stutter, freeze, crash, or pop up error codes like the 0x887A0006.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-5-repair-the-game-files-using-steam-or-origin-ea-play\">Method 5: Repair the Game Files Using Steam or Origin (EA Play)<\/h3><p>Corrupt or broken game files are a leading cause behind various game issues. If you have encountered the 0x887A0006 &ndash; DXGI_ERROR_DEVICE_HUNG error code, try repairing the game files using either Steam or Origin (EA Play) (whichever you use to play the game). Both have a built-in <strong>Repair Game File<\/strong> feature.<\/p><p><strong>Note<\/strong> &ndash; <em>If the error message mentions a specific file, as shown here, then delete it from the installation folder before repairing the game files. Doing so will allow the repair tool to install a fresh copy of the missing (problematic) file. However, if the error message does not specify any file, simply proceed with repairing the game files.<\/em><\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"387\" height=\"194\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-file-name-remove-logo.jpg\" alt=\"sometimes, the 0x887A0006 Error Code is accompanied by the file that is affected. you can repair the file to resolve this error\" class=\"wp-image-144423 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-file-name-remove-logo.jpg 387w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-file-name-remove-logo-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-file-name-remove-logo-150x75.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 387px) 100vw, 387px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><p><strong>To repair Apex Legends game files using Steam &ndash;<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Launch <strong>Steam<\/strong> from the desktop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Navigate to your <strong>Game Library<\/strong> and locate <strong>Apex Legends<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Right-click on it and click on <strong>Properties<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on the <strong>Local Files<\/strong> tab.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on the <strong>Verify integrity of the game files<\/strong> option.<\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"614\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-local-files-verify.jpg\" alt=\"repair the game files using steam client to fix the engine error code\" class=\"wp-image-144424 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-local-files-verify.jpg 614w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-local-files-verify-300x183.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-local-files-verify-150x92.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 614px) 100vw, 614px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><p><strong>To repair Apex Legends game files using Origin (EA Play) &ndash;<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Launch <strong>Origin<\/strong> <strong>(EA Play)<\/strong> using the desktop application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on <strong>My Game Library<\/strong> and locate <strong>Apex Legends<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Right-click on it and click on <strong>Repair<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"571\" height=\"294\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-game-library-repair.jpg\" alt=\"repair apex legend game files using origin or EA play to resolve the 0x887A0006 Error message\" class=\"wp-image-144426 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-game-library-repair.jpg 571w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-game-library-repair-300x154.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-game-library-repair-150x77.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 571px) 100vw, 571px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>Once you start the repair process, give it some time. It will check and repair the damaged files. It will notify you once the repair process is complete. Try launching the game now. It should work.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-6-uninstall-and-reinstall-gpu-drivers\">Method 6: Uninstall and Reinstall GPU Drivers<\/h3><p>Uninstall and reinstall the GPU drivers instead of updating them to avoid any conflict between the old ones and the new ones. If the current GPU drivers are corrupted or improperly installed, they could cause further errors.<\/p><p>For this, you can use a freeware known as <strong>Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU)<\/strong>. This tool is preferred over the native Windows uninstaller as the latter will leave some traces of the old driver. Hence, to completely wipe off the GPU driver, we need to use DDU. Here are the steps to use it &ndash;<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open the web browser and <strong>download<\/strong> DDU from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.guru3d.com\/files-details\/display-driver-uninstaller-download.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"492\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-website-remove-tabs.jpg\" alt=\"download DDU software from the official website\" class=\"wp-image-144427 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-website-remove-tabs.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-website-remove-tabs-300x211.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-website-remove-tabs-150x105.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Once downloaded, install it on your PC.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now, boot your <a href=\"https:\/\/support.microsoft.com\/en-us\/windows\/start-your-pc-in-safe-mode-in-windows-92c27cff-db89-8644-1ce4-b3e5e56fe234\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">PC into safe mode<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once your PC boots into Safe Mode, <strong>launch<\/strong> DDU.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>On the first screen, select the <strong>type of device<\/strong> and the <strong>brand of your GPU<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on the <strong>Clean and restart<\/strong> option in the top-left corner.<\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"552\" height=\"476\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-gpu-nvidia-clean-restart-1.jpg\" alt=\"use DDU to clean uninstall all the problematic device drivers\" class=\"wp-image-144429 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-gpu-nvidia-clean-restart-1.jpg 552w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-gpu-nvidia-clean-restart-1-300x259.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mark-gpu-nvidia-clean-restart-1-150x129.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 552px) 100vw, 552px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>This will start uninstalling GPU drivers. Once the process is complete, your PC will restart. Now it is time for you to install fresh GPU drivers. You can visit your GPU manufacturer&rsquo;s website to download the latest drivers.<\/p><p>For downloading <strong>NVIDIA GPU<\/strong> Drivers, go to their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nvidia.com\/download\/index.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">official website<\/a>.<\/p><p>For downloading <strong>AMD GPU<\/strong> Drivers, go to their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amd.com\/en\/support\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">official website<\/a>.<\/p><p>For downloading <strong>INTEL GPU<\/strong> Drivers, go to their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intel.com\/content\/www\/us\/en\/search.html#sort=relevancy&amp;f:@tabfilter=%5BDownloads%5D&amp;f:@stm_10385_en=%5BGraphics%5D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">official website<\/a>.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-7-reset-bios\">Method 7: Reset BIOS<\/h3><p>BIOS is a critical system component that manages various components and their functions. Generally, BIOS errors are rare but they can still occur in certain cases.<\/p><p>While facing the 0x887A0006 &ndash; DXGI_ERROR_DEVICE_HUNG error code, many users tried resetting their BIOS to resolve this issue. If you have encountered the same error code while trying to play Apex Legends, then try this method.<\/p><p><strong>CAUTION &ndash; This method is a bit tricky and can lead to severe or permanent damage to the computer. Hence, you should proceed with caution. If you are unsure, you can take the help of a professional or simply skip it.<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Improper tweaking of BIOS can lead to various system issues and even data loss. If you lose your data while doing this, the only way to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/best-ways-to-find-lost-missing-files-windows-10-11\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">retrieve your lost files<\/a> is to use a file recovery software like Stellar Data Recovery. It can help you recover your lost data in no time.<\/strong><\/p><p><\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\" style=\"text-align: center\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cloud.stellarinfo.com\/StellarDataRecovery-Blog.exe\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-80481 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/images\/free-download-windows.png\" alt=\"Download for Windows\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p><strong>Notes<\/strong> &ndash; <em>Before proceeding with this, we recommend completely backing up your data and files on an external drive to avoid data loss.<\/em><\/p><p>Once you are ready to reset your BIOS, head over to one of the following websites to learn how to do it.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intel.com\/content\/www\/us\/en\/support\/articles\/000025368\/processors.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Intel&rsquo;s guide to reset BIOS<\/a><\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hp.com\/us-en\/shop\/tech-takes\/how-to-reset-bios-settings-on-windows-pcs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">HP&rsquo;s guide to reset BIOS<\/a><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-8-do-a-fresh-install-of-windows-os\">Method 8: Do a Fresh Install of Windows OS<\/h3><p>The above methods should help you fix the 0x887A0006 &ndash; DXGI_ERROR_DEVICE_HUNG error message. However, if you are still encountering the error, then as a last resort, you can do a clean install of Windows. To do this, carefully follow the steps mentioned <a href=\"https:\/\/answers.microsoft.com\/en-us\/insider\/forum\/all\/how-to-perform-a-clean-install-or-reinstall-of\/aef0ae63-2117-41ee-a8ea-4a3181625b08\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/p><p>Other methods to fix the 0x887A0006 &ndash; DXGI_ERROR_DEVICE_HUNG error message &ndash;<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use stock GPU cables instead of OEM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check hardware connections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Replace GPU if there is a fault with the current one<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Yh8-c-AsSp8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Registry Editor<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"wrapping-it-all-up\">Wrapping it All Up<\/h2><p>The 0x887A0006 &ndash; DXGI_ERROR_DEVICE_HUNG is a tricky and inconsistent error that has affected a lot of Apex Legends players. The long list of methods discussed here should help you resolve this error. However, you can also try turning off NVIDIA Reflex and VSync or Uninstalling &amp; reinstalling the game.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"related-reads\">Related Reads<\/h2><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/apexlegends\/comments\/s5usbr\/engine_error_0x887a0006_dxgi_error_device_hung\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Engine error thread on Reddit<\/a><\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/answers.ea.com\/t5\/Technical-Issues\/Engine-Error-0x887A0006-DXGI-ERROR-DEVICE-HUNG\/m-p\/8110299\/highlight\/true#M48541\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">EA Answers HQ<\/a><\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faqs\">FAQs<\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Apex Legends is an online multiplayer battle game developed by EA Games.&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/fix-apex-legends-0x887a0006-error\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Methods to Fix the 0x887A0006 Error Code<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":83,"featured_media":144440,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[692],"tags":[922,5087],"class_list":["post-144419","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-windows-data-recovery-standard","tag-windows-data-recovery","tag-windows-errors","entry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.9 - 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