Windows 10: Could anyone help me uninstall Microsoft's GameInput once and for all ?

Since around the end of August, my computer started to act a bit weird, with random apps crashing, big freezes and whatnot. I have had the same computer for like, 3 years and nothing like that had ever happened. Then, my computer started to freeze and crash, always on the same game. I updated my drivers and all that jazz, yet it kept crashing, so I stopped playing the game. Then other games started to make my computer crash, and now even watching YouTube can make my computer bluescreen avec like, 5mins of watching. I checked the Reliability History thing and it seems that Windows Update always

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Microsoft Gameinput still trying to install updates after being uninstalled

Hi

Welcome to Microsoft community.

If you've uninstalled Microsoft GameInput, but you're still seeing updates being attempted, there could be a few reasons for this behavior. Here are some potential culprits and steps you can take to address the issue:

1. Automatic Updates: Windows Update might still be trying to install updates for Microsoft GameInput even after you've uninstalled it. Sometimes, updates can linger in the update queue even if the software is removed. You can try the following:
   
   • Go to "Settings" > "Update & Security" > "Windows Update."
     
   • Click on "Check for updates" to see if there are any pending updates for Microsoft GameInput. If there are, try to install them, as it might clear the update queue.
     
   • If the updates are causing issues, you can try hiding them by right-clicking on the update and selecting "Hide update."
     
2. Incomplete Uninstallation: Sometimes, when software is uninstalled, remnants of the application can still remain on the system. This can lead to update-related issues. To address this:
   
   • Reinstall Microsoft GameInput (if possible).
     
   • Use an uninstaller tool (like Revo Uninstaller) that can perform a more thorough uninstallation, including cleaning up leftover files and registry entries.
     
3. Background Services: Some software includes background services that can continue running even after the main application is uninstalled. These services might still trigger update attempts. To address this:
   
   • Open the "Task Manager" (Ctrl + Shift + Esc) and check if there are any Microsoft GameInput-related processes running. If you find any, try to end them.
     
   • You can also use the "Services" application (services.msc) to check for any lingering services related to Microsoft GameInput.
     
4. Third-Party Software: If you're using any third-party software related to gaming or system optimization, it might have its own mechanisms for managing updates. This software might be triggering the update attempts. Try disabling or uninstalling such software to see if it resolves the issue.
   
5. Malware or PUA: It's possible that malware or potentially unwanted applications (PUAs) are causing unwanted behavior, including the attempt to update Microsoft GameInput. Run a full system scan using a reputable antivirus or antimalware tool.
   

Please feel free to let me know if you have any further updates, thanks.

Best regards

Derrick Qian | Microsoft Community Support Specialist

 

GameInput by Microsoft

Microsoft GameInput crashes my PC all the time. Every time my PC crashes its always GameInput. This is tracked through windows 11 reliability and problem history. Infact, 19 game crashes in the past month are all GameInput. Its always the same thing, "Microsoft GameInput has successful application reconfiguration. As grand as it sounds, not sure why it says its successful, at what? Crashing my PC?? You got that right. I can sometimes fix this through an command line SFC /scannow, but every time windows updates, it's the same stupid problem. For the love Microsoft, your coding wizards should have had this problem licked. I have seen this on numerous forms as the problem.

Before you ask, yes, all my drivers are up to date via manufacturers website. I'm a gamer and an IT pro, so this is easily step 101. I've tried removing this service and the files associated with it by renaming the file, but it causes a PC reset. Whatever GameInput is supposed to be, its mislabeled, it should be PCcrasher. Sick of this service crashing my PC.

 

Computer crashing because of microsoft gameinput

Hi Bradley. I'm Greg, 10 years awarded Windows MVP, here to help you.

Try these fixes for Gaming Input crashing Windows:

https://www.thewindowsclub.com/microsoft-gamein...

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https://www.compsmag.com/blogs/ways-to-fix-micr...

https://appuals.com/microsoft-game-input-causin...

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https://appsforpcfree.net/microsoft-gameinput-c...

https://ugetfix.com/ask/how-to-fix-microsoft-ga...

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https://www.reddit.com/r/WindowsHelp/comments/w...



Report back results for each step so I know what else to suggest.

Feel free to ask back any questions. Based on the results you post back I may have other suggestions if necessary.

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