Gaming

Microsoft Visual C++ Minimum Runtime Error Starting a Game
Gaming

Microsoft Visual C++ “Minimum Runtime” Error

When trying to install or play a certain game, in many cases, you might be prompted to install the Microsoft Visual C++ runtime, because the game requires it. It should usually be a [...]

By Nyau Wai Hoe, ago
Select to record your game pop up in Windows 11
Gaming

“Select ◯ to record your game” pop up in Windows 11

If you’re seeing an annoying pop-up that says “Select ◯ to record your game” whenever you start a game or open a full-screen app in Windows 11, this guide will show you how [...]

By Nyau Wai Hoe, ago
DirectX 12 support not detected
Gaming

“DirectX 12 Support Not Detected” Starting a Game

If you’ve recently installed a new game (Steam or non-Steam) and are trying to open it only to be stopped by an error that says “DirectX 12 support not detected” or [...]

By Nyau Wai Hoe, ago
PS5 or PS4 Controller Keeps Disconnecting from PC Windows 11
Gaming

PS5 or PS4 Controller Keeps Disconnecting from PC

If you’re using a DualSense (PS5) or a DualShock4 (PS4) controller with your Windows 11 or 10 PC via Bluetooth, there is quite a common issue where, when you turn on the controller, it [...]

By Nyau Wai Hoe, ago
Windows Cannot Find unins000.exe Windows 11
Gaming

Windows Cannot Find unins000.exe on Windows 11

If you’re seeing the error message “Windows cannot find ‘C:\games\unins000.exe’. Make sure you typed the name correctly, and then try again” when you try to [...]

By Nyau Wai Hoe, ago
Windows Shift on Second Monitor When Playing a Game
Gaming

Windows Shift on 2nd Monitor When Playing a Game

There is a common issue among multi-monitor users where, when they start a game in full-screen mode at a resolution lower than the native resolution of their main monitor, all open windows on [...]

By Nyau Wai Hoe, ago
PC can't detect Quest 3 (USB device not recognized)
Gaming

PC can’t detect Quest 3 (USB device not recognized)

When you try to connect your Meta (Oculus) Quest 3 to your PC via USB Link cable, and you see a notification that keeps popping up at the bottom right corner of the Windows 11 or 10 taskbar that [...]

By Nyau Wai Hoe, ago
Meta Quest Link is not set as the default OpenXR runtime
Gaming

Why set Meta Quest Link as default OpenXR runtime?

When you launch Meta Quest Link after using SteamVR, you might see a blue warning that says, “Meta Quest Link is not set as the default OpenXR runtime. This might prevent some applications [...]

By Nyau Wai Hoe, ago
Quest 3 Passthrough Look Blurry or Have Glare
Gaming

Quest 3 Passthrough Looks Blurry or Has Glare?

Sometimes when you wear your Meta (Oculus) Quest 3 headset, the view can seem a bit blurry, or there might be too much glare. It might happen in one eye or both. Also, you might notice your [...]

By Nyau Wai Hoe, ago