A Simple Tool To Optimize Your Gaming Sessions: Game Mode In Windows 10

It’s safe to say that Windows 10 has become the most popular operating system for computers and laptops since Microsoft ended supporting software updates for previous OS versions like Windows XP or Windows 7. Once installed, Windows 10 will cater to your needs with a pool of useful features. In this article, we’ll learn to know about the Game Mode on Windows 10 and some simple steps to enable the gaming mode in the system. Let’s get started!

What is Game Mode?

As the name suggested, this mode is designed to help optimize the system, thus enhancing the overall gaming experience. If the mode is enabled in Windows 10, you will be able to play your favorite video games much more smoothly.

At the very beginning, the Game Mode was located on the Game bar of Windows 10, but Microsoft has moved it already. If you’re new to the mode or just can’t see it as you might have done, let’s check out these simple steps.

How to enable Game Mode on Windows 10

Step 1: Navigate to the Windows menu on the Taskbar (or press the Windows button on your keyboard) and choose Settings.

Step 2: The Settings page will appear immediately, then you need to look for the Gaming option.

Step 3: Choose the Game Mode sub-menu and turn it on.

Step 4: Enable the Game Bar feature on the Gaming page.

Step 5: Open a game and use the Windows Key + G combination to open the Game Bar. Finally, let’s select “Use Game Mode for this game”.

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