Game Capture in OBS allows you to record or stream almost any game.
However, some games require additional steps to work while other games might not support it.
Some applications might also cause conflicts like the MSI Afterburner or Rivatuner.
Certain DX12 games can also crash if run with OBS and have frame issues, due to the graphics API.
In this short and simple guide, you’ll learn how to fix the OBS game capture black screen error on Windows 11 or 10.
How to Fix OBS Game Capture Black Screen
Here’s a list of games with known issues with Game Capture (and how to fix them):
| Game | Solution |
|---|---|
| Call of Duty | Run OBS as an administrator |
| Counter-Strike 2 | Use Windowed/Borderless fullscreen or Window Capture |
| Destiny 2 | Use Windowed/Borderless fullscreen and Window Capture |
| Fortnite | Switch to DX11 if DX12 causes issues |
| Genshin Impact | Run OBS as an administrator |
| GTA: San Andreas | Use Windowed/Borderless fullscreen and Window Capture |
| Honkai: Star Rail | Run OBS as an administrator |
| League of Legends | Use two scenes: Window Capture for lobby, Game Capture for gameplay |
| Marvel Rivals | Run OBS as an administrator |
| Minecraft: Java Edition | Follow the Minecraft guide |
| Roblox | Use Window Capture |
| San Andreas Multiplayer | Use Window or Display Capture |
| Zenless Zone Zero | Run OBS as an administrator |
Source: OBS Knowledge Base
Fix 1: Run OBS as an administrator
- Search for “OBS” using Windows Search.
- Right-click and select “Open file location”.
- Right-click “OBS” and select “Properties”.
- Select “Compatibility” and tick “Run this program as an administrator”.
- Apply > OK > Launch OBS.
Fix 2: Use a different source
- Instead of using Game Capture, try using Window Capture.
- Instead of using Window Capture, try using Display Capture.
Fix 3: Change the game’s display mode
- Launch the game that is having game capture issues.
- Open the game’s settings.
- Change the display mode to Windowed or Borderless.
Further reading
How to Record Minecraft with OBS
