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Fix a Black Preview in OBS Game Capture
Source-checked About 10 minutes
Answer
Use a fresh Game Capture source, select the correct game mode and executable, check the preview with a local test, then follow OBS Game Capture troubleshooting if the source remains black.
Create a new Game Capture source
Add a fresh Game Capture source and select the game or capture mode you intend to use.
Test the game preview
Start the game and confirm it appears in OBS before you begin a stream or recording.
Follow Game Capture troubleshooting
If the preview stays black, use OBS’s Game Capture troubleshooting steps for the graphics and anti-cheat limitations involved.
Verify the result
Open the intended game and verify the OBS preview and a short recording capture motion at the correct resolution without exposing other windows.
Video walkthrough
If it does not work
- If black persists, check game compatibility, privilege level, overlays, anti-cheat, and GPU assignment against OBS guidance. Do not bypass anti-cheat or inject capture hooks.
Sources and verification
Checked against official documentation on . Scope: Platform not recorded.
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