About this tool
ShadowPlay (in the NVIDIA App) is for capturing gameplay or desktop activity with low overhead. It is a hardware-tied option when OBS feels heavy for a simple recording.
Details
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Category | Video & Capture |
| Website | www.nvidia.com/en-us/software/nvidia-app/#shadowplay |
| Added | 2026-08-12 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-12 |
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