Broken graphics / resolution configuration

RaceRoom starts with a black display, minimizes, or fails after a display change.

Automatic repair availableActiveEvidence reviewed 2026-09-01Guide updated 2026-09-29

Checks and expected results

Before you repair it

Record the selected monitor and resolution and check for graphics_options.xml evidence.
Close RaceRoom and preserve UserData\graphics_options.xml before removing its active copy.
Note the settings you will need to re-enter and change only the identified file or files.

How to confirm the result

Relaunch RaceRoom, review the rebuilt settings, and repeat the original action. Confirm that the intended display works and a test session loads. If it does not help, keep the new evidence and use the backup to restore the previous configuration with the simulator closed.

Repair limits and when to stop

A display reset does not reinstall a driver or diagnose a GPU fault.

How PitMedic recognizes it

RaceRoom cannot display correctly, minimizes on launch, shows black output after a GPU/display change, or graphics_options.xml is implicated.

Signals PitMedic may recognize

graphics_options.xml
resolution
refresh rate
black screen

Built-in response

Back up and remove UserData\graphics_options.xml so RaceRoom creates a fresh display configuration.

Repair safetyAutomatic / reversible / one-click

Verification sources

PitMedic prioritizes vendor documentation and labels community findings separately.

Black screen with AMD GPURaceRoom Steam Community · Community evidence
A RaceRoom moderator recommends deleting graphics_options.xml after a GPU change when entering a race produces a black screen.
Open source
Graphic Resolution - settings off screenKW Studios Forum · Community evidence
Community support recommends renaming graphics_options.xml to reset graphics settings.
Open source