BlueStacks FAQ

Since you’re on Windows 11 and need Hyper-V, standard fixes often fail. Here is the 'secret sauce' that actually works for 2025 builds:

Switch to the Pie 64-bit or Android 11 Instance: The old Nougat 32-bit instances run terribly with Hyper-V enabled. Open the Multi-Instance Manager, create a new Pie 64-bit instance, and move your games there. It handles Windows 11’s architecture much better.

Force Dedicated GPU: Windows 11 often tries to save power by using integrated graphics. Go to Windows Settings > System > Display > Graphics. Find BlueStacks in the list (or browse for the HD-Player.exe), click 'Options', and set it to High Performance.

The 'Run as Admin' Trick: This sounds basic, but for BlueStacks to play nice with Hyper-V, it needs deeper system permissions. Right-click your BlueStacks shortcut, go to Properties > Compatibility, and check 'Run this program as an administrator'.

V-Sync & High Frame Rate: In BlueStacks Settings > Performance, toggle on 'Enable high frame rate' and slide it to 240. Also, make sure V-Sync is OFF unless you see screen tearing.

Give the Pie 64-bit instance a shot first—it’s usually the instant fix for lag on modern rigs!