Debut stops recording when playing video game

Maya89

I bought Debut to record my gaming, but it stops recording every time I start a game. I've tried it with different games, same problem. It acts like I clicked on the stop button when the game starts loading. I've tried starting the game first and start recording with the key commands but it just won't start.

I have Windows 10.

It works fine when there's no game running, but that's exactly what I need it for 🙁

PetersMax

I wonder whether you found any solution on how to fix this bug?

KerryLuis

Hey there! I feel your pain, as I recently faced the same issue while trying to record my gaming sessions. It can be really frustrating, especially when you're all set up to play, and then the recording stops abruptly. I've been on the hunt for some new games to play and came across a couple that you might enjoy. Basically, I found one article on joywallet.com about iPhone games that you can play to win real money, such as black out bingo. I hope this helps alleviate some of the frustration you're experiencing with Debut. Keep us posted if you find a solution! And by the way, I'm new on this forum, so it's great to meet you all.

n1x1

Hello @[deleted] and @[deleted]

Could you let me know what version of the program are you using? Can you confirm that you started Debut first before any other program that can use your media like Skype, Discord, etc.? ...try starting Debut first before any other program.

Once you have selected your recording window and adjusted your video settings, you are ready to start recording streaming video. Simply click on the record button to begin recording and allow your video to start playing. Debut will capture both the audio and the video from your streaming video unless you make an adjustment in your settings to record just one or the other. When you are finished recording, simply click on the stop button and your newly recorded streaming video will be output into the Debut folder located in the Videos file on your computer.

Finally, make sure to use the Fast Capture option when recording.

JoeGC

Hi,

I'm having a similar issue when trying to record my Microsoft Teams video calls. Debut can't start recording saying that the video capture is being used by another application (I understand the other app using the video is Microsoft Teams). You mention above to start recording with Debut before starting the video that I need to record. I may not be able to do that if I forget to do so. I have recently purchased Debut and with older versions of Debut I didn't have this issue.

Any help appreciated..

JoeGC

n1x1

Hi,

When recording a call, make sure that all other programs are closed on your computer except Debut and the application you record. Debut is using your computer settings when recording, that why it's important to run the first Debut, and then the application you want to record. This is how the program works.

CaliStorm

Debut keeps stopping the recording whenever I start playing a video game, which is getting really frustrating. I’m not sure if it’s a compatibility issue or a settings problem, but it makes recording gameplay almost impossible. Just like searching for difficult spelling bee answers fixing this issue is becoming more confusing than expected.

borate

Here's an AI take on the issue - not guaranteed to be 100% accurate, but perhaps helpful...

"This sounds more like a Debut settings/compatibility issue than a game-specific failure. Debut’s own manual says it has a Game Capture Mode that automatically detects fullscreen games, and it also notes that Fast Capture is intended for resource-heavy apps like modern games.

What to try

Switch to Game Capture Mode if you’re currently using normal screen capture. Debut says it will automatically detect fullscreen games and start that mode.
Start Debut recording after the game is already running, because the manual notes that if recording starts before the game, a new recording may be created when the game starts.
Try Fast Capture for demanding games. NCH says it is meant for resource-heavy applications and can reduce CPU overhead, though file sizes will be larger.
Use fullscreen game capture, not a specific window, if the game supports it. Debut’s game mode is described around fullscreen detection.
Check whether the selected game window is being closed or recreated. Debut’s manual says recording stops automatically if the selected window is closed.

Likely cause

If the recording stops exactly when the game launches, Debut may be treating the game as a different capture source or resetting the recording session rather than continuing it. That behavior is consistent with Debut’s documented game-capture and window-selection behavior."

CaliStorm

I’ve had recording issues while gaming too, especially when the game changes resolution or uses a lot of system resources. It’s worth checking the recording settings and audio/video drivers first.