Windows 10: My Xbox game bar crashed, now when I re-open it, it just shuts down and I have to re-boot...

Someone please tell me what to do.

:)

 

Xbox game bar crashes when entering party

Hi

Welcome to Microsoft community.

If you are experiencing crashes with the Xbox Game Bar when entering a party on your Windows 10 PC, there are several troubleshooting steps you can try to resolve the issue.

1. Run the Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter: Windows 10 includes built-in troubleshooters for various issues. Try running the Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter to identify and fix any problems with the Xbox Game Bar.
   
   • Press Windows key + I to open "Settings."
     
   • Go to "Update & Security" > "Troubleshoot."
     
   • Under "Find and fix other problems," click on "Windows Store Apps" and follow the on-screen instructions.
     
2. Reinstall Xbox Game Bar: You can try reinstalling the Xbox Game Bar to ensure you have the latest version and that any potential corrupted files are replaced.
   
   • Press Windows key + I to open "Settings."
     
   • Go to "Apps" > "Apps & features."
     
   • Locate and select "Xbox Game Bar."
     
   • Click on "Uninstall" and confirm the action.
     
   • Restart your computer.
     
   • Reinstall the Xbox Game Bar from the Microsoft Store.
     
3. Check for Conflicting Software: Some third-party applications can conflict with the Xbox Game Bar. Temporarily disable or uninstall any software that might interfere with the Game Bar, such as game overlays, screen recording tools, or antivirus software.
   
   Disclaimer: Follow these steps to temporarily turn off real-time Microsoft Defender antivirus protection in Windows Security. However, keep in mind that if you do so, your device may be vulnerable to threats. So please turn on it immediately once issue fixed.
   
4. Run a Clean Boot: Performing a clean boot can help identify if third-party software is causing conflicts with the Xbox Game Bar. Here's how to do it:
   
   • Press Windows key + R to open the Run dialog.
     
   • Type msconfig and press Enter.
     
   • In the "System Configuration" window, go to the "Services" tab.
     
   • Check the box that says "Hide all Microsoft services."
     
   • Click "Disable all."
     
   • Go to the "Startup" tab and click "Open Task Manager."
     
   • Disable all startup items.
     
   • Close Task Manager and click "OK" in the "System Configuration" window.
     
   • Restart your computer.
     
5. Create a local administrator account and check whether the problem disappears under the new account.
   

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

Best regards

Derrick Qian | Microsoft Community Support Specialist

 

Xbox Game Bar Not Launching

Hi,

Xbox is one of Windows 10’s default apps. This app integrates the Xbox with Windows, and it includes a handy Game bar that you can take snapshots and record video with. If the Game bar is not opening, we suggest that you follow the steps provided on this
link on how to fix problems with Game bar on Windows 10.

We hope that this information was helpful. Let us know if you need further assistance.

 

Windows 11 - Xbox Controller doesn't open game bar

You can open the Xbox Game Bar on Windows 10 using a controller by following these steps:

Connect your controller to your PC via USB cable or Bluetooth connection.

Press the Xbox button on your controller to open the Xbox app.

Once the Xbox app is open, press the Xbox button again to open the Guide.

Scroll down to the "Capture & share" option, which should be located near the bottom of the Guide.

Press the A button on your controller to select "Capture & share".

In the "Capture & share" menu, you should see an option for "Xbox Game Bar". Use the D-pad on your controller to highlight "Xbox Game Bar" and then press the A button to select it.

The Xbox Game Bar should now open on your screen.

Note that some controllers may have slightly different button mappings or may require different steps to open the Xbox Game Bar. Additionally, the Xbox Game Bar may not be available on all versions of Windows 10 or on all PCs, depending on hardware limitations.