Windows 10: How to PERMANENTLY get rid of ms gameinput AND gaming service?

I don't want to have it on my computer AT ALL, not a single bit of this malware. Ever.I have tried ALL online available "solutions" but this virus reinstalls itself in a few days.I don't want to have it on MY PCHow can I get rid of it forever, or do I have to get a lawyer and sue microsoft to get it done?

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Frequent MS Gameinput Updates?

I'm seeing several MS Gameinput updates most days in Reliability History. What's going on here?

 

[Windows 11] How to get rid of Game Input FOR EVER

Hi

Welcome to Microsoft community.

To permanently disable the Microsoft Game Input app in Windows 11, you can follow these steps:

1. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
   
2. Type "services.msc" (without quotes) and press Enter to open the Services window.
   
3. In the Services window, scroll down and locate the "GameInput Service" entry.
   
4. Right-click on "GameInput Service" and select Properties.
   
5. In the Properties window, under the General tab, change the Startup type to "Disabled".
   
6. Click on the Stop button to stop the service if it is currently running.
   
7. Click Apply and then OK to save the changes.
   

This will disable the GameInput Service and prevent it from automatically starting up again. However, please note that disabling this service may affect the functionality of other gaming devices or controllers that rely on it.

Additionally, it's worth mentioning that disabling or uninstalling system services can have unintended consequences and may cause other issues on your system. Proceed with caution and consider creating a system restore point before making any changes.

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

Best regards

Derrick Qian | Microsoft Community Support Specialist

 

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