Question Windows Game Mode causes weird issues in games ?

Milan0308

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I had a problem for a long time that I don't know what caused it in the first place. The games are constantly changing, for example: once the gameplay was faster, once slower, or in Rocket League the camera level was higher or lower. And it changed randomly after reboots and shutdowns without me changing anything. I have already changed the monitor, RAM, etc. I always turn off the xbox game bar after installing Windows, so that couldn't be the cause.

I didn't suspect Windows Game Mode because it only stops background programs and prevents Windows updates, etc. But when I turned it off, the games on my computer didn't change anymore, but it seems to be worse than with game mode. It doesn't seem as smooth as with Game mode, despite the fact that the game was always changing. However, there were times when it was bad even with Game mode, but there were times when it was particularly smooth. My question is, has anyone else had this problem? What can I do to make it feel as smooth as it was with Game mode? I don't want to turn Game mode back on because it was very annoying and it's strange that it's always different. Also, I set the basic settings that everyone is used to a long time ago. Do you even think it could be because of the Windows Game mode?
 

NanoSuit3

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I mean, Game Mode isn't really a necessity when comes to gaming but I have it on all the time & I have no problems. Plus I like to optimize a lot so that's something else. I really don't think it's Game Mode IMO but it COULD be unless you've ruled out all other causes too. It might be something else & your not seeing it. What if it's just latency or lag of the system and not having a setting enabled? When was the last time you've updated drivers or Windows or anything? Nothing specific just curious...............................