Windows 10: "can't open ms-gaming overlay link"

Discus and support "can't open ms-gaming overlay link" in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I keep getting an error message when starting some games: "can't open ms-gaming overlay link"None of the suggestions I found on google were helpful,... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by HeyBeeSee, Jun 21, 2023.

  1. HeyBeeSee Win User

    "can't open ms-gaming overlay link"


    I keep getting an error message when starting some games: "can't open ms-gaming overlay link"None of the suggestions I found on google were helpful, like disabling the XBox gaming bar or the Steam's overlay.Nothing works.

    :)
     
    HeyBeeSee, Jun 21, 2023
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  2. par_0511 Win User

    Issue with ms-gaming overlay

    Good day JonYo1! I am Independent Advisor Paul R. and also a Microsoft/Windows user like you and I am glad to be able to provide assistance to you today. I understand that you are having an issue with regards to ms gaming overlay popup.

    Kindly check and try the steps below and see how it goes.

    - Right click on the Start button

    - Click Settings > Gaming > Game Bar from the left side

    - Toggle the switch for Record game clips, screenshots, and broadcast using Game Bar to Off

    - Try to open the game again and check if the issue still persist

    Reference link which was answered by Zackary Vanosdol:

    https://answers.microsoft.com/xx-xx/windows/for...

    Regards,

    Paul R.
     
    par_0511, Jun 21, 2023
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  3. par_0511 Win User
    Issue with ms-gaming overlay

    Hi JonYo1, you can check out the link below for guide/steps and see if it works out. You can skip Solution 1 and proceed with the other solutions provided. Before trying it out, turn back on the Game bar first.

    https://appuals.com/how-to-fix-the-youll-need-a...

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    Note: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised
    on the site before you decide to download and install it.

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    par_0511, Jun 21, 2023
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  4. "can't open ms-gaming overlay link"

    Windows 11 Saying i need a app for ms-windows-store-link and for ms-gaming-overlay-link

    Dear,

    I've installed Windows 11 Pro, i've run a couple of NFC /scannow's and RestoreHealth, etc. They all output everything is fine...

    HOWEVER. Every time i open a videogame i get a notification saying i need a app to open ms-gaming-overlay-link... (I don't know?).
    When i want to open the Microsoft Store i get the notification i need the app MS-Windows-Store-Link...

    I can not find a solution on the internet.

    Where the hell does this error comes from?

    PS: I'm not able to open the MS Store at all!
     
    Tom van Amelsvoort, Jun 21, 2023
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