Fortnite lagging recently? Here's a fix.
Key Takeaways
- A new Fortnite update introduced a severe bug causing unplayable FPS drops during gameplay.
- The issue persisted even with wired controllers, suggesting a system-level problem rather than a standard connection fault.
- Initial fixes, like replugging the controller, provided only temporary relief from the lagging.
- The root cause appears to be the 'Microsoft GameInput' program, likely stemming from a recent update on Windows 10.
- The permanent solution is to uninstall the 'Microsoft GameInput' application via Windows' 'Add or remove programs' settings.
Fortnite players have encountered a severe bug following a recent update, characterized by game-breaking FPS drops during Battle Royale matches, which is not related to internet connectivity. Although the issue seemed controller-related, even wired setups were affected, leading to the suspicion that the problem originated from Microsoft rather than Epic Games. A temporary fix involved repeatedly unplugging and replugging the controller, but a more permanent solution was found on Reddit. This definitive fix requires users on Windows to navigate to 'Add or remove programs,' locate and uninstall 'Microsoft GameInput,' and then reconnect their controller. This specific Microsoft update, potentially linked to pushing Windows 11 upgrades, appears to be the culprit affecting many Windows 10 users until they resolve the conflict.
