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Medal.tvXbox Game Bar
Freemium

Free to use; paid tier removes limits and ads.

 Free

Free and included with Windows.

Windows Windows
  • Automatic recording removes the need to manually start capturing
  • Includes a social sharing feed built around gaming clips
  • Already present on Windows, opened with Win+G
  • Records game and app video without extra software
  • Windows only
  • Free tier is ad-supported with a paid tier for more features
  • Windows only
  • Focused on games rather than general screen recording
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 22, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

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