In this short article, we will cover how you can fix Valorant DirectX Runtime error in windows 10 and 11.
First of all, let’s start with some quick fixes and notes to keep in mind during this step-by-step guide.
- Valorant’s DirectX Runtime Error can be easily fixed with updates by replacing outdated or corrupt graphics drivers.
- The issue can be resolved by updating your graphics card driver via AMD or NVIDIA’s official tools.
- Ensure that Riot Vanguard is uninstalled before running the update tools to avoid any further errors.
Valorant’s DirectX Runtime Error has been recurring since the closed beta days.
Your graphics card drivers may need to be reinstalled or updated if you’ve been experiencing this issue lately.
This takes only a few minutes to resolve, and it eliminates the DirectX Runtime Error in Valorant.
It is recommended that you uninstall Riot’s Vanguard anti-cheat software before updating your graphics card and DirectX.
Whenever you update Valorant, a new anti-cheat will be installed and activated automatically.
The following instructions will guide you through the process of fixing DirectX Runtime Error in Valorant for windows 10 and 11.
Fix Valorant DirectX Runtime Error in Windows 10 and 11
Method 1: Update DirectX
- On your keyboard, press the Windows logo key and type check. Then click Check for updates.
- Click Check for updates.
- Follow the on-screen instructions so that Windows Update will automatically download & install the latest DirectX for you (included in the updates).
Method 2: Uninstall Riot Vanguard
To fix DirectX Runtime Error in Valorant, you must uninstall Riot Vanguard.
- Click on the Windows Start Menu
- Search “Add or Remove Programs”
- Open the first result.
- In the new menu, search for “Riot Vanguard.”
- Click on the Riot Vanguard icon and click “Uninstall.”
- Confirm the uninstallation.
Riot Vanguard will be automatically reinstalled when you next launch Valorant after updating your graphics card drivers.
Method 3: Update Your Graphics Drivers
If you have an NVIDIA graphics card then you need to update your graphics card via the NVIDIA Control Panel.
- Right-click on the Windows desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. Navigate to the Help menu and select Updates.
- Enable and disable NVIDIA Update. To disable, uncheck the Automatically check for updates checkbox.
- Change how often your PC will check for updates. Select your desired time period in the drop-down menu.
- Enable and disable system tray balloon notifications. To disable, uncheck the Notify me when graphics driver updates are available checkbox.
- Enable and disable beta driver notifications. To enable, check the Include beta updates checkbox.
- Enable and disable automatic game and program profiles, including SLI. To enable, check the Game and Program Profiles checkbox.
Update your graphics card via NVIDIA GeForce Experience (Alternate method)
- Search for NVIDIA GeForce Experience in the Start menu.
- Click on the first result.
- Click on Drivers.
- Click on Check for Updates or Update.
- Wait for the download to complete and click on Install.
- Click on Next until the installation is complete.
Fix DirectX Runtime Error in Valorant: AMD Graphics Cards
- Visit the AMD Driver and Support page and see section Auto-Detect and Install Updates for Radeon™ Graphics and Ryzen™ Chipset Drivers for Windows®.
- Click the DOWNLOAD NOW button to begin downloading the AMD Driver Auto-detect tool.
- Once the download is complete, run the file from the save location.
- When prompted, click Install to begin the setup process.
- Click Next until the update completes for your graphics driver.
- Step 3: Restart Your Computer and Reinstall Valorant
- Read more: How to fix Valorant not launching error 2022
If you follow all these steps carefully then, restart your PC once all of your drivers are updated and you may not see any Valorant Runtime error this time.
