Windows 10 Game Mode causing issues - How to turn it off

Microsoft released the Windows 10 Game Mode feature back in 2017, and it was meant to boost performance while gaming. While the feature wasn't the greatest, it did increase gaming performance a bit in some instances. 

Now, after a recent Windows 10 update, more and more gamers are complaining about performance issues linked to Windows 10 Game Mode. Here's what you need to know and how to turn it off.

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Windows 10 Game Mode issues

Several reports are suggesting some PC gamers are experiencing Windows 10 Game Mode issues right now. These issues include stuttering, as well as game freezes.

Multiple users are reporting issues in Call of Duty: Warzone, and even League of Legends, as well as a handful of other very popular titles.

One user explains on Reddit:

While AMD is looking into the issue, there seems to be users experiencing Windows 10 Game Mode issues with NVIDIA cards as well.

If you've noticed freezing or stuttering in your games, and you use Windows 10, it might be a good idea to try to turn off Windows 10 Game Mode.

Windows 10 Game Mode - How to turn it off

Microsoft is yet to acknowledge the issues, and it doesn't seem to be too widespread. However, if you are experiencing issues, you can turn off Windows 10 Game Mode.

Follow the simple steps below:

• Head into "Settings" for Windows 10.
• Click on the "Gaming" tab.
• Click on Game Mode in the left column.
• Toggle "Game Mode" to off.

If this doesn't work, then it is not a Windows 10 Game Mode issue you are experiencing.

If you are still experiencing issues such as stuttering in your games, then we suggest updating your GPU drivers to the latest version.

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