How to Fix “Out of Video Memory” Error in Unreal Engine 5 Games (2026)

Many players encounter the “Out of video memory trying to allocate a rendering resource” error in UE5 games.

Quick Fixes:

1. Increase Virtual Memory: Go to System Properties -> Performance Settings -> Advanced -> Virtual Memory. Set the Initial size to 1.5x your RAM.
2. Update to Game Ready Drivers: Ensure your NVIDIA or AMD drivers are specifically optimized for the latest titles.
3. Lower Shadow Quality: In-game, reduce Shadow and Texture quality to “Medium” to free up VRAM.