Does anyone know how to fix the Game Bar that will not open with Windows 11?

Discus and support Does anyone know how to fix the Game Bar that will not open with Windows 11? in XBoX Games and Apps to solve the problem; Game Bar no longer opens when I use the shortcut Windows + G. I have gone into my apps, uninstalled the game bar, and reinstalled it. This did not work... Discussion in 'XBoX Games and Apps' started by Ashton Kennicott, Dec 16, 2023.

  1. Does anyone know how to fix the Game Bar that will not open with Windows 11?


    Game Bar no longer opens when I use the shortcut Windows + G. I have gone into my apps, uninstalled the game bar, and reinstalled it. This did not work either. Upon clicking the shortcut on my taskbar, nothing happens. I have also tried to both restart and terminate the app, yet the problem persists.

    Anyone know any other possible solutions?

    Edit: In task manager, the program says "This UWP process group is suspending processes to improve system preformance"

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    Ashton Kennicott, Dec 16, 2023
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  2. Ashton Kennicott Win User

    Does anyone know how to fix the Game Bar that will not open with Windows 11?

    I have already done all of this.

    I should mention that I have been using Game Bar on this PC for over a year and have never had this problem.
  3. Kathy A. Win User

    Does anyone know how to fix the Game Bar that will not open with Windows 11?

    Hello Ashton,

    We have three more troubleshooting that you can try however, if this has been performed already, we recommend you reach out to our live support team for further investigation.

    Restart device. Then, turn off or disable any antivirus, antimalware, VPN, firewall, proxy and PC Optimizer (or something like game accelerator). Launch Xbox app and Xbox Game Bar to see if issue persists.

    Try to connect to a different network and see if issue persists.

    Lastly, try to use this and see if this could help - Gaming Services Repair Tool for PC | Xbox Support.

    To reach out to our live support team, please follow the steps below:

    1. Please use this link: Contact us | Xbox Support
    2. Scroll down and look at the lower left side if you can see the page matches the country/region you are currently located.
    3. If not, please select the country/region it is showing and select the correct one among the lists.
    4. Make sure to use to check the available contact times of the support.
    5. Select the "Contact Us" button
    6. Select the drop-down menu options that will match your concern.
    7. The next window will provide you with support articles based on your request and we recommend reviewing the relevant articles before selecting the "See contact options" button.
    8. On the final window, you will be presented with multiple options. We suggest selecting either the "Chat online" or the "Request a call" options to speak with someone. Be sure to provide as much detail as possible.
    9. If you cannot get connected to the support, please use the Virtual Agent and enter this exact phrase, "Talk to an agent".
    10. Should you be encountering issues contacting support, you may try InPrivate Window of your browser, other browser, different device/s or connect to different network.

    Regards,

  4. Kathy A. Win User

    Does anyone know how to fix the Game Bar that will not open with Windows 11?

    Hello Ashton,

    Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.

    We understand that you are trying to launch Xbox Game Bar in your Windows 11. The app could be either restricted or missing Xbox related app/system to launch the app itself.

    For this we will have to isolate the issue, if this happens on this user profile or all user profile. Please try the following steps:

    • Keep your Windows updated -
      • Install PC updates including Optional Update. Guide - Update Windows
    • Update your Windows drivers:
      • For the best game performance, make sure your system’s video card drivers (or display adapter drivers) are up to date. Drivers are available on the support website for your computer manufacturer, or if your computer system is custom built, on the video card manufacturer’s support website. Updating video card drivers can resolve game crashes, improve frame rates, and improve overall game performance.
    • Update Xbox app and Gaming Services from Microsoft Store
      • Launch Microsoft Store app on Windows by searching it on Windows search bar.
      • Select Library > Updates & downloads > check if an update is available for the Xbox app.
      • If an update is available, select Update.
      • Launch Xbox app and check at the bottom of the page, if an update is available for Gaming Services.
    • Sign out your account on Microsoft Store and Xbox app. Make sure you are signed into Microsoft Store and Xbox app with the same credentials.
    • Restart device -
      • This will clear your computer’s memory/RAM.
      • Turn off or disable any antivirus, antimalware, VPN, firewall, proxy and PC Optimizer (or something like game accelerator).
      • See if you can launch Xbox app and Xbox Game Bar.

    If issue persists, you may create a new user profile:


    Let us know how it went.

    If you have other clarifications about this matter, you can get back to us by replying to this post.



    Sincerely,



    Microsoft Community Moderator
  5. Kathy A. Win User

    Does anyone know how to fix the Game Bar that will not open with Windows 11?

    Good day!



    We haven't heard from you, so we assume that your issue has already been addressed. We will not be monitoring this thread moving forward so, if you need further assistance, please create a new thread to discuss these concerns by clicking this link: Create a new question (microsoft.com).



    Thank you for your understanding.


    Respectfully,



    Microsoft Community Moderator
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