Fix DirectX Error 0X887A0005 in Black Ops 6

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DirectX error 0x887A0005 occurs when a game attempts to use more VRAM than the system can handle, causing it to crash immediately. Many users have reported that Call of Duty appears to read VRAM usage incorrectly, as the metrics overlay shows different usage than the game itself. Other factors contributing to this issue include outdated drivers, corrupted game files, and overclocked CPU, GPU, or RAM.

How to fix DirectX error 0X887A0005 in Black Ops 6

By following the solutions below, you can reduce VRAM usage and eliminate any factors causing this issue. Now, let's look at the solutions to this issue.

1. Set VRAM Target to 60

Setting the VRAM Target to 60 will limit VRAM usage, which can help prevent GPU overload and reduce the likelihood of DirectX crashes and errors.

Open Settings and navigate to Graphics.
Under Quality, set the VRAM Scaling Target to 60.
Once done, this should resolve the issue.

2. Reset BIOS Settings to Default (if applicable)

If you use overclock settings on your GPU/CPU/RAM, they are likely causing instability during high-intensity tasks. Resetting the motherboard BIOS settings will remove the overclock settings and custom settings, which will resolve DirectX errors when the game demands high performance.

Additional Note: If you have overclocked your GPU using MSI Afterburner, open it and reset the overclock settings to default.

To reset the motherboard BIOS settings, first completely shut down your computer.
Then, turn it back on. As soon as the manufacturer's logo appears on the screen, start pressing the F2, F12, or Delete key. If you are unsure which key to press, it is usually displayed on the logo screen.
Once you have accessed the BIOS settings, press the key to reset the settings or select Reset Settings or Restore Defaults to reset the BIOS.
Once you are done, boot into Windows and see if the issue is resolved.

3. Compatibility Settings

By configuring the compatibility settings, you can open up various options that allow your game to run in conditions closer to what an older system offered. This can be useful if for some reason the game does not run with the newer Windows compatibility settings.

In this case, we will configure Black Ops 6 to run without fullscreen optimizations and with administrator privileges. This will allow the game to run in fullscreen mode while in windowed view and access the files and components it needs to run properly.

Open the COD Black Ops 6 installation directory, right-click on the Black Ops 6 executable file and select Properties.
Go to the Compatibility menu at the top, select Disable fullscreen optimizations and Run this program as administrator.
After this, click Apply and then OK to save the settings.
Then, check if the problem is resolved.

4. Verify game files

DirectX errors can also be caused by corruption in the game files. Verifying the game files restores any corruption by identifying and replacing the affected files from the server. So, if there is corruption in the game files, verifying them can resolve the issue.

Open the launcher, either Steam or battle.net.
Go to Games or Library from the top.
Then, right-click on Black Ops 6 and select Properties if you have the game on Steam. Otherwise, click on the gear icon, select Scan and Repair and click Start Scan to continue.
For Steam users, select Installed Files from the left and click Verify Integrity of Game Files.
Once this is done, check if the DirectX error is resolved.

5. Downgrade your Windows version

If, after performing the steps given above, the problem still persists, then the option to downgrade to Windows would remain. Many are reporting that going back to Windows 10 resolved their crashing issue as it bypasses the compatibility issues allowing the game to run smoother compared to Windows 11. Before doing so, we recommend that you reinstall the game first as this can replace the corrupted files that are causing the DirectX error 0x887A0005.

How to Fix DirectX Error 0X887A0005 in Black Ops 6