How to Enable Direct Storage on Windows 10: A Complete GuideUpdated a month ago
DirectStorage is a feature in Windows 10 that improves game load times by allowing faster data transfer between your SSD and GPU. To enable DirectStorage, ensure you have an NVMe SSD and a compatible GPU that supports DirectX 12.
Key Highlights: Enable DirectStorage on Windows 10
- System Requirements
Windows 10 Version 1909 or later, NVMe SSD, DirectStorage-compatible GPU (NVIDIA RTX 20 series or newer, AMD Radeon RX 5000 series or newer), and DirectStorage-enabled games.
- Enable via Registry Editor
- Open Registry Editor and navigate to `HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Session Manager\Kernel`.
- Create a DWORD value named EnableDirectStorage and set its value to `1`.
- Enable via PowerShell
Open PowerShell as Administrator and run the command:
Set-ItemProperty -Path "HKLM:\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Session Manager\Kernel" -Name EnableDirectStorage -Value 1
- Check Hardware Compatibility
Ensure you have an NVMe SSD and a compatible GPU (NVIDIA RTX 20 series or newer, AMD Radeon RX 5000 series or newer) for DirectStorage to function.
- Test with DirectStorage-Supported Games
DirectStorage is supported by games like Forspoken and Starfield. Check if your game supports this feature for optimal performance improvements.
Enabling DirectStorage helps improve load times and overall game performance, making it a must for gaming enthusiasts with the right hardware setup.