Apex Legends players using Radeon RX 9070 XT graphics cards are experiencing game crashes after installing the latest AMD Adrenalin software update. This compatibility issue forces users to choose between the newest driver features and stable gameplay, directly impacting those who rely on this specific hardware configuration for consistent performance.
Affected users must downgrade to Adrenalin 26.7.1 to restore stability
The crashes occur specifically with AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition 26.8.1. The Japanese Apex Legends official account has acknowledged the problem and confirmed that the instability affects the RX 9070 XT model. This notice highlights a conflict between the game engine and the new driver release.
- GPU: Radeon RX 9070 XT
- Driver Version (Issue): AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition 26.8.1
- Driver Version (Workaround): Adrenalin 26.7.1
To restore stability, affected users are advised to roll back to driver version Adrenalin 26.7.1. This older version does not trigger the crashing behavior in Apex Legends. The workaround provides an immediate solution for players who cannot wait for a permanent fix from either AMD or Respawn Entertainment.
AMD's official release notes for version 26.8.1 do not list Apex Legends as a known issue. The global Apex Legends channels have not posted a similar notice regarding these crashes. We looked at AMD Adrenalin 26.7.1 Driver Adds RX earlier while tracking Respawn entertainment launches.
The confirmed workaround remains rolling back to Adrenalin 26.7.1 until a patched driver is released. Users should monitor official channels for updates on when the newer driver will support the game without instability.
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