As a dedicated PC gamer and troubleshooting expert with years of experience resolving game crashes and errors, I've helped countless players get back to enjoying God of War. This action-adventure masterpiece from Santa Monica Studio has captivated millions, but the frustrating 'Not enough memory available' error can interrupt your immersion on Windows 10 or 11. If you're seeing this popup, don't worry—follow these proven, step-by-step fixes that have worked for me and many others.
Why You're Seeing 'Not Enough Memory Available' in God of War
Several common issues can trigger this error:
- Your PC doesn't meet the game's minimum system requirements, often due to insufficient RAM.
- Temporary glitches that a simple restart can resolve.
- Outdated or corrupted drivers interfering with performance.
- Corrupted system files requiring repair.
Proven Fixes for 'Not Enough Memory Available' Error in God of War
Try these solutions in order, starting with the simplest:
- Verify your PC meets minimum system requirements.
- Relaunch the game.
- Update your drivers.
- Disable integrated graphics.
- Install the latest game patches.
- Run an SFC scan.
1. Ensure Your PC Meets Minimum System Requirements
Start here—mismatched specs are the top culprit. Check against these official minimums:
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit or later
- Processor: Intel i5-2500k (4 cores, 3.3 GHz) or AMD Ryzen 3 1200 (4 cores, 3.1 GHz)
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics Card: NVIDIA GTX 960 (4GB) or AMD R9 290X (4GB)
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 70 GB available space
To check RAM: Press Windows + I to open Settings > About > view 'Installed RAM'. If you meet specs but the error persists, move on.
2. Relaunch the Game
Close background apps, save your progress, quit God of War, and relaunch. This clears temporary hiccups effectively in many cases.
3. Update Your Drivers
Outdated drivers often cause memory issues. Update via:
- Settings > Windows Update > Optional updates.
- Manufacturer sites (e.g., NVIDIA, AMD).
- Device Manager: Win + X > Device Manager > right-click device > Update driver.
- Trusted driver updater tools.
Restart your PC and test God of War afterward.
4. Disable Integrated Graphics
Force dedicated GPU use:
Via NVIDIA Control Panel:
- Right-click desktop > NVIDIA Control Panel.
- Manage 3D Settings > select your graphics card under Global Settings > Apply.
Via Device Manager:
- Win + X > Device Manager > Display adapters > right-click integrated GPU > Disable device.
- Relaunch game.
5. Install Latest Game Patches
Santa Monica Studio releases fixes regularly. For Steam users:
- LIBRARY > right-click God of War > Properties > Updates > 'Always keep this game updated'.
- Steam auto-installs available patches.
6. Run an SFC Scan
Repair corrupted files:
- Run Command Prompt as admin.
- Enter:
sfc /scannow
- Restart after completion and relaunch game.
That's it! One of these should eliminate the error. If issues continue, check forums or support for hardware-specific advice.
