When i play games my computer shuts down

[joshuax]

Hello,
my computer shuts down when i play wizard 101,Halo and any other game that has been downloaded to my computer

 

[badge]

Dd the system play the games crash free before you made adjustments to make it play better?

 

[JDFan]

Did you recently upgrade the video card without also looking into whether the Powersupply could handle the extra power the new PSU required? -- usually shutting down like that under load is a sign that the system is not getting enough power to remain stable. What Powersupply and system specs are you running? Or it could also be a temperature problem - Have you checked the temps of the system when the shut downs are happening ? if temp related make sure the fans are all working properly and you have cleaned the dust etc. from the system as it can cause heat buildup.

 

[Guest]

Downloaded?
Are they pirated or genuine? because I might know the reason.

If it's not software based, overheating is a possibility.