This Game can break your Hardware.

[AIR]

It is concerning to hear that Phasmophobia, a game verified on Steam, caused damage to my previous graphics card, endet up breaking it by shorting it. Unfortunately, the issue has repeated itself with my new RTX 3070, causing my computer to crash. While i was able to boot up your system again without any further complications, it is evident that the game poses a significant risk to short hardware.

Despite the game being enjoyable, I advise caution to those with older equipment. It is essential to note that my previous graphics card was permanently damaged during gameplay, leading to a shortened lifespan. Therefore, I highly recommend refraining from playing this game until the necessary measures have been taken to address this issue fully.

In conclusion, although Phasmophobia may provide a thrilling experience, it may also pose a significant risk to your hardware. Please exercise caution when considering playing this game to avoid any damage to your equipment.

I thoroughly enjoyed playing Phasmophobia with my friends. The game offered a perfect blend of funny and scary moments that kept us entertained throughout. From hunting down ghosts to completing objectives, each playthrough felt unique and exhilarating. I highly recommend this game to anyone looking for a thrilling co-op experience and if the crashing problem is fixed.

[||Shox||]

NotInTime の投稿を引用：

It is concerning to hear that Phasmophobia, a game verified on Steam, caused damage to my previous graphics card, endet up breaking it by shorting it. Unfortunately, the issue has repeated itself with my new RTX 3070, causing my computer to crash. While i was able to boot up your system again without any further complications, it is evident that the game poses a significant risk to short hardware.

Despite the game being enjoyable, I advise caution to those with older equipment. It is essential to note that my previous graphics card was permanently damaged during gameplay, leading to a shortened lifespan. Therefore, I highly recommend refraining from playing this game until the necessary measures have been taken to address this issue fully.

In conclusion, although Phasmophobia may provide a thrilling experience, it may also pose a significant risk to your hardware. Please exercise caution when considering playing this game to avoid any damage to your equipment.

I thoroughly enjoyed playing Phasmophobia with my friends. The game offered a perfect blend of funny and scary moments that kept us entertained throughout. From hunting down ghosts to completing objectives, each playthrough felt unique and exhilarating. I highly recommend this game to anyone looking for a thrilling co-op experience and if the crashing problem is fixed.

mate sounds like a you problem not the game so if you have proof show it or dont post this

[Maya-Neko]

It's the GPU builders job to protect their products from breaking themselves, not the job of some random game devs, who probably doesn't even have access to all the company secrets of the GPU builders, which are necessary to prevent any hardware breaking bug with it.

[Soosmokie]

NotInTime の投稿を引用：

It is concerning to hear that Phasmophobia, a game verified on Steam, caused damage to my previous graphics card, endet up breaking it by shorting it. Unfortunately, the issue has repeated itself with my new RTX 3070, causing my computer to crash. While i was able to boot up your system again without any further complications, it is evident that the game poses a significant risk to short hardware.

Despite the game being enjoyable, I advise caution to those with older equipment. It is essential to note that my previous graphics card was permanently damaged during gameplay, leading to a shortened lifespan. Therefore, I highly recommend refraining from playing this game until the necessary measures have been taken to address this issue fully.

In conclusion, although Phasmophobia may provide a thrilling experience, it may also pose a significant risk to your hardware. Please exercise caution when considering playing this game to avoid any damage to your equipment.

I thoroughly enjoyed playing Phasmophobia with my friends. The game offered a perfect blend of funny and scary moments that kept us entertained throughout. From hunting down ghosts to completing objectives, each playthrough felt unique and exhilarating. I highly recommend this game to anyone looking for a thrilling co-op experience and if the crashing problem is fixed.

Yeah something else is going on for you. Not the game, it's the fact something in your system can't handle high use.
Game alone won't cause this unless hardware is on its way out. Sounds more like a MoBo or PSU issue. Unless you overclocking, which has its own issues.

Are you just getting a blue screen? If so there are ways to find exactly what driver is causing the issue. A BSOD does not mean damage to your system or card either

[Eternal_Heretic]

Post obviously written by someone who doesn't understand how there pc components work. A short cannot be caused by a game.

[Zothen]

NotInTime の投稿を引用：

It is concerning to hear that Phasmophobia, a game verified on Steam, caused damage to my previous graphics card, endet up breaking it by shorting it.

Utter nonsense! Simply NOT THE REASON. Thats not how GPUs work. Nor games.

[AIR]

Okay for all people saying i dont know what im talking about and its all nonsense lets do a little workshop:

What kills a GPU?

Overheating, Power supply issues, Physical damage, Manufacturing defects, Overclocking ( to some extend)

Can you always make sure you don't have such issues?

While it's not always possible to completely eliminate the risk of these problems, there are steps you can take to minimize the likelihood of GPU failure.

Keep your computer and GPU clean, Ensure proper Airflow, Use a high-quality power supply, Avoid overclocking (if not comfortable), Monitor your GPU's temperature, Keep drives up to date (sometimes...)

Why do people use older / used GPU's and whats the problem they might come with?

People may use older or used GPUs for a variety of reasons, including cost savings, nostalgia, or compatibility with older systems or games. However, there are some potential problems that may come with using older or used GPUs.

For example, a game that is poorly optimized may put unnecessary strain on the GPU, causing it to overheat and potentially leading to damage or failure. Similarly, a game that is too demanding for the GPU may cause it to struggle to keep up, resulting in lower performance or even crashes. Of course, this is also a problem caused by outdated or incompatible drivers, which may not properly communicate with the GPU or provide the necessary optimizations and updates to handle newer games and software. It's important to keep GPU drivers up to date to ensure proper functionality and prevent potential issues with demanding or poorly optimized games.

Phasmophobia is not the only game that can potentially cause problems for GPUs. Any game that is poorly optimized or demanding can put strain on the GPU, particularly if it is an older or lower-end model. In addition, some games may have compatibility issues with certain GPUs or drivers, which can lead to performance issues or crashes.

I am warning people about Phasmophobia because while it is a fun and popular game, it still has significant issues that could lead to problems for some players. Despite regular updates, the player base experiencing crashing issues is growing, and if you have older or heavily used hardware, this could cause serious issues. I personally experienced these issues before, and it is important for players to be aware of these potential problems before playing the game.

Reddit links to people searching for help because their game crashed multiple times:
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/10dihms/why_am_i_banned_my_game_was_crashing_on_launch/
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/119sses/cant_open_phasmophobia_get_this_whenever_i_try/
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/11ujs4o/crashing_on_startup/
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/11fko84/crash_everytimes_we_leave_a_game/
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/11k08fe/game_crashes_super_often_because_of_potato/
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/11gd59g/the_game_keeps_crashing_before_i_find_out_what/

There are many more :)

[Sarcasteik]

Breathing causes issues to certain people. Stop aiming this at the game and not the hardware.

[Shadow]

NotInTime の投稿を引用：

Okay for all people saying i dont know what im talking about and its all nonsense lets do a little workshop:

What kills a GPU?

Overheating, Power supply issues, Physical damage, Manufacturing defects, Overclocking ( to some extend)

Can you always make sure you don't have such issues?

While it's not always possible to completely eliminate the risk of these problems, there are steps you can take to minimize the likelihood of GPU failure.

Keep your computer and GPU clean, Ensure proper Airflow, Use a high-quality power supply, Avoid overclocking (if not comfortable), Monitor your GPU's temperature, Keep drives up to date (sometimes...)

Why do people use older / used GPU's and whats the problem they might come with?

People may use older or used GPUs for a variety of reasons, including cost savings, nostalgia, or compatibility with older systems or games. However, there are some potential problems that may come with using older or used GPUs.

For example, a game that is poorly optimized may put unnecessary strain on the GPU, causing it to overheat and potentially leading to damage or failure. Similarly, a game that is too demanding for the GPU may cause it to struggle to keep up, resulting in lower performance or even crashes. Of course, this is also a problem caused by outdated or incompatible drivers, which may not properly communicate with the GPU or provide the necessary optimizations and updates to handle newer games and software. It's important to keep GPU drivers up to date to ensure proper functionality and prevent potential issues with demanding or poorly optimized games.

Phasmophobia is not the only game that can potentially cause problems for GPUs. Any game that is poorly optimized or demanding can put strain on the GPU, particularly if it is an older or lower-end model. In addition, some games may have compatibility issues with certain GPUs or drivers, which can lead to performance issues or crashes.

I am warning people about Phasmophobia because while it is a fun and popular game, it still has significant issues that could lead to problems for some players. Despite regular updates, the player base experiencing crashing issues is growing, and if you have older or heavily used hardware, this could cause serious issues. I personally experienced these issues before, and it is important for players to be aware of these potential problems before playing the game.

Reddit links to people searching for help because their game crashed multiple times:
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/10dihms/why_am_i_banned_my_game_was_crashing_on_launch/
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/119sses/cant_open_phasmophobia_get_this_whenever_i_try/
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/11ujs4o/crashing_on_startup/
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/11fko84/crash_everytimes_we_leave_a_game/
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/11k08fe/game_crashes_super_often_because_of_potato/
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/11gd59g/the_game_keeps_crashing_before_i_find_out_what/

There are many more :)

As previously stated, and you've been asked questions that you aren't answering. Their issues are related to a game crash, NOT a full computer restarting, which is what you're experiencing. Restarts while gaming are typically a power issue, could be at the wall, could be your motherboard, could be a bad 24-pin cable, PCI-E cable got bent too far, isn't plugged in fully. So far, you've given us your specs, and issues, not really any troubleshooting steps you've done or tried, apart from my suggestion of capping your FPS with V-sync/G-sync.

A few of those linked crashes are related to using Wemod, which again, is completely different than what you expressed is your issue. It honestly sounds like you are looking for an excuse to discourage new buyers by fear mongering with saying "this game can damage your computer."

Troubleshooting suggestions to try if you can drop your ego:
Under volting your GPU, Down clocking your GPU, trying different graphic settings, different cables, different Display Port slots, different power outlets, reseating your CPU, making sure the CPU cable is fully connected to your Motherboard, unparking cores, turning off c-states. I recently fixed a stuttering issue in the lobby by turning on and off V sync, which to me, is odd.

[Sarcasteik]

Shadow の投稿を引用：

NotInTime の投稿を引用：

Okay for all people saying i dont know what im talking about and its all nonsense lets do a little workshop:

What kills a GPU?

Overheating, Power supply issues, Physical damage, Manufacturing defects, Overclocking ( to some extend)

Can you always make sure you don't have such issues?

While it's not always possible to completely eliminate the risk of these problems, there are steps you can take to minimize the likelihood of GPU failure.

Keep your computer and GPU clean, Ensure proper Airflow, Use a high-quality power supply, Avoid overclocking (if not comfortable), Monitor your GPU's temperature, Keep drives up to date (sometimes...)

Why do people use older / used GPU's and whats the problem they might come with?

People may use older or used GPUs for a variety of reasons, including cost savings, nostalgia, or compatibility with older systems or games. However, there are some potential problems that may come with using older or used GPUs.

For example, a game that is poorly optimized may put unnecessary strain on the GPU, causing it to overheat and potentially leading to damage or failure. Similarly, a game that is too demanding for the GPU may cause it to struggle to keep up, resulting in lower performance or even crashes. Of course, this is also a problem caused by outdated or incompatible drivers, which may not properly communicate with the GPU or provide the necessary optimizations and updates to handle newer games and software. It's important to keep GPU drivers up to date to ensure proper functionality and prevent potential issues with demanding or poorly optimized games.

Phasmophobia is not the only game that can potentially cause problems for GPUs. Any game that is poorly optimized or demanding can put strain on the GPU, particularly if it is an older or lower-end model. In addition, some games may have compatibility issues with certain GPUs or drivers, which can lead to performance issues or crashes.

I am warning people about Phasmophobia because while it is a fun and popular game, it still has significant issues that could lead to problems for some players. Despite regular updates, the player base experiencing crashing issues is growing, and if you have older or heavily used hardware, this could cause serious issues. I personally experienced these issues before, and it is important for players to be aware of these potential problems before playing the game.

Reddit links to people searching for help because their game crashed multiple times:
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/10dihms/why_am_i_banned_my_game_was_crashing_on_launch/
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/119sses/cant_open_phasmophobia_get_this_whenever_i_try/
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/11ujs4o/crashing_on_startup/
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/11fko84/crash_everytimes_we_leave_a_game/
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/11k08fe/game_crashes_super_often_because_of_potato/
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/11gd59g/the_game_keeps_crashing_before_i_find_out_what/

There are many more :)

As previously stated, and you've been asked questions that you aren't answering. Their issues are related to a game crash, NOT a full computer restarting, which is what you're experiencing. Restarts while gaming are typically a power issue, could be at the wall, could be your motherboard, could be a bad 24-pin cable, PCI-E cable got bent too far, isn't plugged in fully. So far, you've given us your specs, and issues, not really any troubleshooting steps you've done or tried, apart from my suggestion of capping your FPS with V-sync/G-sync.

A few of those linked crashes are related to using Wemod, which again, is completely different than what you expressed is your issue. It honestly sounds like you are looking for an excuse to discourage new buyers by fear mongering with saying "this game can damage your computer."

Troubleshooting suggestions to try if you can drop your ego:
Under volting your GPU, Down clocking your GPU, trying different graphic settings, different cables, different Display Port slots, different power outlets, reseating your CPU, making sure the CPU cable is fully connected to your Motherboard, unparking cores, turning off c-states. I recently fixed a stuttering issue in the lobby by turning on and off V sync, which to me, is odd.

At this point I'd look for a screw under the motherboard. Had that once, kept causing shorts until I finally took everything to bits and found it.

[Strelok]

It's impossible. No game can really break hardware by itself. Stop talking things that you have absolutely no idea how they work.

[JohnTroll_]

my specs are very old, trust me, 200+ hours and no problems, no overheating, no crashes, no ♥♥♥♥

[Soosmokie]

NotInTime の投稿を引用：

Okay for all people saying i dont know what im talking about and its all nonsense lets do a little workshop:

What kills a GPU?

Overheating, Power supply issues, Physical damage, Manufacturing defects, Overclocking ( to some extend)

Can you always make sure you don't have such issues?

While it's not always possible to completely eliminate the risk of these problems, there are steps you can take to minimize the likelihood of GPU failure.

Keep your computer and GPU clean, Ensure proper Airflow, Use a high-quality power supply, Avoid overclocking (if not comfortable), Monitor your GPU's temperature, Keep drives up to date (sometimes...)

Why do people use older / used GPU's and whats the problem they might come with?

People may use older or used GPUs for a variety of reasons, including cost savings, nostalgia, or compatibility with older systems or games. However, there are some potential problems that may come with using older or used GPUs.

For example, a game that is poorly optimized may put unnecessary strain on the GPU, causing it to overheat and potentially leading to damage or failure. Similarly, a game that is too demanding for the GPU may cause it to struggle to keep up, resulting in lower performance or even crashes. Of course, this is also a problem caused by outdated or incompatible drivers, which may not properly communicate with the GPU or provide the necessary optimizations and updates to handle newer games and software. It's important to keep GPU drivers up to date to ensure proper functionality and prevent potential issues with demanding or poorly optimized games.

Phasmophobia is not the only game that can potentially cause problems for GPUs. Any game that is poorly optimized or demanding can put strain on the GPU, particularly if it is an older or lower-end model. In addition, some games may have compatibility issues with certain GPUs or drivers, which can lead to performance issues or crashes.

I am warning people about Phasmophobia because while it is a fun and popular game, it still has significant issues that could lead to problems for some players. Despite regular updates, the player base experiencing crashing issues is growing, and if you have older or heavily used hardware, this could cause serious issues. I personally experienced these issues before, and it is important for players to be aware of these potential problems before playing the game.

Reddit links to people searching for help because their game crashed multiple times:
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/10dihms/why_am_i_banned_my_game_was_crashing_on_launch/
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/119sses/cant_open_phasmophobia_get_this_whenever_i_try/
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/11ujs4o/crashing_on_startup/
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/11fko84/crash_everytimes_we_leave_a_game/
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/11k08fe/game_crashes_super_often_because_of_potato/
https://www.reddit.com/r/PhasmophobiaGame/comments/11gd59g/the_game_keeps_crashing_before_i_find_out_what/

There are many more :)

fake news. If you think this game caused hardware issues, then your biggest issue is learning how computers actually work.
What you experienced was not this game killing your hardware. It was your hardware reaching its EOL. Stop spreading fake news unless you have proof of your claims.
Posting a few Steam posts proves nothing but your lack of troubleshooting skills.
There are people who can help you fix your issues here.
Like I asked before, are you getting Blue screen when it crashes?

[Soosmokie]

JohnTroll_ の投稿を引用：

my specs are very old, trust me, 200+ hours and no problems, no overheating, no crashes, no ♥♥♥♥

I play on 3 different computers, all different specs, along with all my friends who play.
This is not a issue with hardware being damaged. This thread should be locked for spreading misinformation

[Nall]

this guy is just fishing for steam points via the clown award, ignore and move on

[Sounga Tepes]

"I could look at my GAME CRASH LOG and my COMPUTER EVENT LOG to find out what's causing crashing or just make a random guess and post on some forums"

10/10 post