Try these fixes
- Disable Discord Overlay.
- Remove incompatible software.
- Update your graphics driver.
- Run Minecraft as administrator.
- Disable Mods.
- Reinstall your Minecraft.
Why does my Minecraft stop responding?
Now, the Minecraft not responding on startup error is mostly due to an outdated Java software on your computer, outdated Windows version, improper game installation, corrupted files, and game mods that you have installed on Minecraft.
Why does Minecraft keep crashing with Java not responding?
There are also occasionally Java cache conflicts which can cause Java to crash out. Try these fixes in order to try to get Minecraft working properly again. Both Oracle, the people behind Java and Mojang, now Microsoft, the people behind Minecraft blame graphics drivers for much of the instability. Some of that is warranted while some of it isn’t.
Why is my Minecraft game not responding to updates?
Minecraft is a huge user of Java and it utilizes the framework so much that it has even added the “Java” tag in its title. Hence if your game is crashing, we will try to update Java manually and see if this does the trick. An incomplete Java installation on your computer is the most likely cause for the not responding issue.
Why does Minecraft 1.5.2 crash on start?
When launching Minecraft 1.5.2 or below in a folder that was previously used to start a recent version (e.g. 1.12), the game will crash on start: Steps to Reproduce: Create a new profile using the latest version. Launch it. Close the game, and then change the version to 1.5.2 (or earlier).
What to do if Minecraft keeps crashing in Windows 8?
Right click and select Properties. Select the Compatibility tab and check the box next to Run This Program in Compatibility Mode for. Select Windows 8 as the option. Retest Minecraft to see if this works. Having exhausted the usual suspects, the only real option left is to reinstall the game.