Lỗi a supported game is required to use this feature năm 2024

A supported game is required to use this feature error occurs when using the Nvidia GeForce Experience features. The error is common when trying to record, use instant replay, and use game filters.

Check Compatibility in GeForce Experience App

GeForce Experience features need specific hardware requirements to work. You can see if your PC meets the requirements on the general page inside the app.

If the feature is labeled as “READY” then your computer meets the requirements to use the feature. Clicking on the feature will expand the requirements allowing you to see more detailed information.

It is common for laptops to not be supported by Nvidia GeForce Experience features.

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Check Game Compatibility

Depending on the feature you’re trying to use, the game you’re playing will also need to be supported. Even if your game isn’t listed it still may be supported as the list isn’t 100% accurate.

  1. Head to the Nvidia supported games page.
  2. Use the drop menu to select the feature you’re trying to use.
  3. Check if the game is listed.

Update GeForce Game Ready Driver

  1. Open the GeForce Experience app.
  2. Switch to the drivers page at the top.
  3. Download the available game ready driver at the top.
  4. Run the express installation.
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Reinstall Game Ready Driver

  1. Open the GeForce Experience software.
  2. Select drivers from the top.
  3. Click the three dots next to your current driver.
  4. Reinstall the driver.
  5. Run the express installation

Enable Experimental Features

  1. Open the GeForce Experience app.
  2. Click the gear icon at the top.
  3. Find the about section.
  4. Check the box to enable experiemental features.
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Close OBS or Recording Software

Some recording software, such as OBS, can cause issues with Nvidia features. The easiest way to fix this issue is to close the recording software and any game you’re playing. Relaunch the game and the required game error will be fixed.

Switch to a Previous Nvidia Driver

Switching to an older driver can fix the supported game is a required error. If the issue you’re having is with a specific game then you will need to ensure that your chosen driver was released after your selected game. Typically you will only want to use one of the previous two drivers.

  1. Head to the Nvidia drivers page.
  2. Input your graphics card information.
  3. Start the search.
  4. Click “Get Download” next to one of the game ready drivers.
  5. Choose to download.
  6. Open the file.
  7. Run the express installation.

Use Fullscreen Mode

A possible solution is to put the game you’re playing in fullscreen mode. If the game is already in fullscreen mode then you will want to switch to windowed, then back to fullscreen.

Change to Desktop Capture Mode

When you’re unable to record or create highlights with GeForce Experience then you can switch to desktop capture mode. With desktop capture enabled you will be able to record your whole screen with GeForce Experience. If you have multiple monitors then this solution isn’t recommended.

  1. Open the GeForce game overlay using the hotkey (Alt + Z).
  2. Select instant replay and disable it.
  3. Click the gear icon to open the settings.
  4. Open the privacy control options.
  5. Enable desktop capture mode.
  6. Go back to the overlay menu.
  7. Turn instant replay back on.
  8. Close.
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Use OBS or SteelSeries Moments

When everything else fails you can use OBS or SteelSeries moments to record your videos and highlights. OBS can be used to record your screen, gameplay and record highlights. With OBS you can add additional graphics and overlays on top of your recording. This is great for adding a webcam to your gameplay. OBS also allows you to set multiple audio tracks for your recording to make the editing process easier.

SteelSeries moments is a great app for recording highlights of your gameplay. With moments you can record, edit and share your video highlights.

Use Nvidia Control Panel

You can use the Nvidia control panel desktop color settings as a replacement for game filters. The color adjustments will affect your entire monitor and will work on any game that you play. You can adjust each monitor separately allowing you to have custom settings that suit your needs.

Lỗi a supported game is required to use this feature năm 2024

Final Thoughts

Typically reinstalling drivers or upgrading to a new driver will fix the issue. It is vital to install new game ready drivers when you’re playing a newly released game. The new driver is often what is needed to add support for the game and allow you to record and use game filters. In cases where the game or hardware isn’t compatible you can use alternative software.