Windows 10: Screen shows desktop for a second while playing games

Discus and support Screen shows desktop for a second while playing games in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; Video of issue 05-09 segWindows 11 i7 9700K16gbI've tried dsm / sfc scan now, clean reinstalled gpu drivers and searched for a lot of possible... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by KalSTORM, Oct 6, 2023.

  1. KalSTORM Win User

    Screen shows desktop for a second while playing games


    Video of issue 05-09 segWindows 11 i7 9700K16gbI've tried dsm / sfc scan now, clean reinstalled gpu drivers and searched for a lot of possible solutions but still don't know how to fix it. Also windows is up to date.It happens pretty often and its really annoying.

    :)
     
    KalSTORM, Oct 6, 2023
    #1
  2. dgard Win User

    Black screen after exiting games

    Hi all,

    Ever since I installed the Windows 10 Anniversary edition update a few weeks ago, I've been having a weird display issue.

    Every time I finishing playing a game, upon exiting back to Windows my desktop is completely black. After some trial and error I've found that disconnecting the HDMI cable from my monitor for a couple of seconds and then plugging it back in results in the correct display.

    I've done some Googling and it's been suggested that Windows may be showing me a "ghost display"; that is, a display that it thinks exists, but actually doesn't.

    However, I don't believe that is my issue, as in advanced Display Settings, no second monitor is displayed, and one is not detected when I click "Detect". In addition, the Intel HD Graphics application does not show/detect any non-existent device.

    It was also suggested that my D-Sub connector may be faulty and thinking that there is a second display when there is not, but connecting a second screen via that port and then playing/exiting a game results in the same issue.

    I'm currently at a loss as to what the issue could be, so if anyone has any hints/tips as to what my next steps should be (or, of course, the answer), I'd be grateful for your assistance.

    Thanks,
    David
     
    dgard, Oct 6, 2023
    #2
  3. Unable to play video games on Windows 10, black screen after log-in screen

    Hi Natasha,

    Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community, we appreciate your interest in Windows 10.

    I understand the inconvenience you are facing with accessing the Windows 10 operating system, we will help you with this issue.

    Do let us know the following to assist you better with this issue:

    • From where are you trying to play the video games (downloaded/ from website)?
    • If you are playing games from website which browser are you using?
    • Were you able to see any error code/ error message when the game crashes?
    • Are you able log-in to your computer?

    This issue might have occurred due to corrupted/ outdated display drivers.

    As you see black screen while logging to the desktop, I suggest you to refer to the below Microsoft article about this issue, try the troubleshooting steps and check if it helps.

    Black screen after upgrading to Windows 10

    Also, I suggest you to install all the pending updates on your device.

    Steps:

    • Connect to the internet.
    • Press Windows key and type
      updates
      .
    • Click on Check for updates.
    • Under Windows Updates, click on
      Check for updates.
    • Try to install the updates being shown.

    Hope it helps. Kindly update the status of this issue and required information, we will be happy to help you further.
     
    Deepika Gowda, Oct 6, 2023
    #3
  4. Screen shows desktop for a second while playing games

    full screen problem in gaming

    Hello Ganesh,

    It's unfortunate that you are facing issues with the display in Windows 10. We'll certainly assist you with this.

    We appreciate your efforts in trying to resolve the issue.

    Share this information to assist you better.

    • What is the make and model of the computer?
    • Is the issue particular to that game or other games also?
    This issue could occur if the your playing a game at a different resolution than the desktop resolution.

    I suggest you to try the below steps and check if it helps:

    Step 1: I suggest you to check the resolution of the game as well as the resolution with in the computer and see if you are able to play the games in full screen.

    Step 2: I suggest you to follow the below link to troubleshoot the issues related to DirectX graphics and gaming on Windows 10.

    DirectX Graphics and Gaming

    Also,

    Troubleshoot games

    You can install Windows 8/8.1 drivers in compatibility mode from Manufacturer's website, if there are no Windows 10 compatible drivers.

    Follow the steps to install in Compatibility mode:

    • Download the updated driver from the manufacturer’s website.
    • Right click the driver installation file and select Properties then tap or click the
      Compatibility tab.
    • Place a check in the Run this program in compatibility mode for: box.
    • Tap the drop down box and select a previous operating system, then tap or click
      OK.
    • Try installing the driver and check.
    Hope it helps. Kindly update the status of this issue, we will be happy to help you further.
     
    Rakesh Narayanaswamy, Oct 6, 2023
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