Windows 11 has a launch date set for October 2021 and it’s currently available to the beta testers (Windows Insider Program). The Windows 11 has a game mode that is usually on by default that is optimized to help gamers enjoy their gaming experience but if you are not the gaming type or you just want to be able to turn the feature off when you are not using it, then today’s guide was tailored with you in mind. In today’s guide, I’ll be teaching you how to turn off game mode on Windows 11. Read Also – How to Change the Default Browser in Windows 11
What is the Windows Game Mode?
The Windows game mode is not a new feature as it was first introduced in Windows 10. The game mode is a special feature that is being added to Windows 11, it prioritizes game processors when they are running, allowing them to run faster and at the time it reduces performance problems.
How does the Windows Game Mode Work?
The Windows game mode can temporarily prevent Windows updates from installing drivers which can disrupt your gameplay when you are being asked to restart your PC. It limits the background activity and dedicates more resources to the game. It helps the game achieve a more stable framerate based on the system.
The Windows game mode rarely causes any problem but if for some reason you are experiencing performance problems then it’s high time you turn off the game mode. Continue reading to learn how to turn off game mode on Windows 11.
How to Turn Off Game Mode on Windows 11
To be able to turn off game mode on Windows 11, follow the set of instructions outlined below:
- Open Windows You can do this, by pressing Windows + I. Additionally, you can also access Windows by right-clicking the Start button found on your taskbar and select Settings from the menu that appears.
- In Settings, locate Gaming in the left pane and click on it. Clicking on it will reveal a side panel and on that panel click on Game Mode.
- In Game Mode settings, you’ll find a toggle beside Game Mode, click on it to turn it off.
There you have it. That’s how to turn off game mode on Windows 11.
Asides from using the game mode to boost up performance, there are a few other things you can do to boost your Windows 11 gaming performance.
Switch to High-Performance Graphics
If you own a computer that has a dedicated graphics card then you can configure your computer to always use the dedicated GPU during gameplay.
To learn how to do that, follow the set of instructions outlined below:
- Go to Settings.
- In Settings, locate Gaming in the left pane and click on it. Clicking on it will reveal a side panel and on that panel click on Game Mode.
- In game Mode, click on Graphics. There you can find the installed game using the search bar.
- Upon finding the game, tap on the Options button and select High Performance.
- Finally, repeat the above steps for all your graphic-intensive games and applications on your computer.
Use a High-Performance Power Plan or Driver Booster
Switching to a high-performance plan or a driver booster plan can significantly improve gaming performance. In order to activate any of the plans above, follow the set of instructions outlined below:
- Open the Start (press Windows + I) menu and type in Power Plan into the search bar.
- Click on the Choose a power plan Doing this will reveal a menu.
- In that menu, select Driver Booster or High-Performance Plan. If you can’t find this plan, click on Show additional plans.
Charge Your Laptop During Gameplay
If you own a laptop that has a high-performance graphics card then to enjoy the best performance it’s advisable to connect your laptop to its charger while gaming. Why is this necessary? Doing that will ensure that your device receives ample power to run high-performance at full speed without spoiling or throttling your battery.
Use a Software for Nvidia and AMD GPU’s
Not a lot of people know that they can actually tweak or optimize their graphics performance for each game using Nvidia or AMD GPU’s. They can also be used to install or update your latest GPU drivers.
The recommended software for Nvidia users is GeForce Experience and while that for AMD GPU’s is the Radeon software.