Why did my computer game start lagging all of a sundden?

Ok. So I have been playing Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic alot. It's a pretty addicting game. Any way, I got to a point in the game where it starting lagging so much to the point that the game became unplayable. I played the gma euntil now without a lag. I just would like to know how to get rid of the lag.Why did my computer game start lagging all of a sundden?Assuming the game ran fine to begin with...so I won't ask about your system specs.



#1: Run Disk Cleaner. It'll wipe away temporary files, generally clean things up. It's part of Windows, under Programs -%26gt; Accessories.



#2: Run Disk Defragmenter. Found in the same place. Might take awhile, if it hasn't been done in awhile (or ever). Everytime your PC references a piece of data, it sets in a random spot on your hard drive--basically setting it down wherever it happens to be when it's done with it. Kinda like forgetfully leaving your TV remote in the fridge. Anyway, this accumulates over time, so it can take the PC a /long damn time/ to locate anything--thus simulating lag. (How long would it take /you/ to remember you left the remote in the fridge? :p)



#3: If you have antispyware software, run it.



#4: If you have antivirus software, run it.



#5: After you've done all these things, there's one last thing you can do to clean up some system resources: Take your PC offline. Seriously--pull the jack out of the back of the PC. You can then disable your antivirus software, your antispyware software, and your firewall. That should free up some considerable resources.



Good luck!Why did my computer game start lagging all of a sundden?
Do a spyware and virus scan - IF you are experiencing any other slowdowns besides the game (even though it wouldn't hurt to do the scan anyway) because it sounds like a virus/spyware if it is affecting your computer as a whole.



If it's just the game, and it is ROM based (have to have the disc to play) then check the disc for dirt/smudges (or it could possibly have a problem that you cant see) and try cleaning it properly - other than, the only thing you can do is turn down your resolution.Why did my computer game start lagging all of a sundden?Certain parts of the game max out some older graphics cards. Mine was unplayable once I got to the 3rd level-area. I ended up having to get KOTOR and KOTOR2 on xBox. If could also be ram spikes (I doubt it) temp files or cookies mentioned, although it seems more like an overheating/graphics card issue. I could be wrong, but this is from my experience.



Probably didn't but hope this helps.Why did my computer game start lagging all of a sundden?
try cleaning cookies and temp files may help also do a defrag on the pcWhy did my computer game start lagging all of a sundden?You may need a new video card and more ram.