I've been having issues with the Xbox Game Bar screen recording feature. Normally, I use the Windows + Alt + R shortcut to capture the last few minutes of gameplay, but it hasn't been working reliably lately. At most, I can only get one clip to record successfully.
Hey there, I can see you’re having some trouble with the Xbox Game Bar screen recording feature, specifically with the Windows + Alt + R shortcut not working as expected. Here are some steps to help you troubleshoot the issue:
Step 1: Check Your Game Bar Settings
First, ensure that the Game Bar is enabled for recording gameplay:
- Open Settings
- Click on Gaming > Game Bar
- Make sure Record game clips, screenshots, and broadcast using Game Bar is turned On
Step 2: Repair and Reset Xbox Game Bar
Sometimes, the issue could be with the app itself:
- Press Windows Key + I to open Settings
- Click Apps > Apps & features
- Search for Xbox Game Bar and hit Enter
- Click the three-dot and select Advanced options
- Choose Repair. If that doesn’t work, try Reset
Step 3: Troubleshoot Shortcut Key Issues
If the issue persists, try the following:
- Press Win + G to open the Game Bar
- If it works, the problem might be specific to your shortcut key combination
Step 4: Uninstall and Reinstall Xbox Game Bar
As a last resort:
- Press Windows Key + X
- Open PowerShell as administrator
- Type the command
Get-AppxPackage *XboxGameBar* | Remove-AppxPackage - Reinstall Xbox Game Bar from the Microsoft Store
If none of these steps resolve the issue, you might want to explore other screen recording alternatives or seek further assistance from Microsoft Support.