Performance & SpeedMedium Risk

Optimize for Gaming

Optimizes system settings for gaming performance. This intermediate performance & speed repair typically completes in about 5 minutes and runs with administrator privileges. RescuePC automates the entire process — no technical knowledge required.

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Complete symptoms, causes, and step-by-step solutions

5 min

Estimated Time

medium

Risk Level

Restart Needed

Fix All Safe

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RescuePC runs "Optimize for Gaming" with one click — no technical knowledge needed. A restore point is created first for safety.

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Common Symptoms

⚠Computer running slow
⚠High CPU usage
⚠Programs taking long to load
⚠System unresponsive

How to Fix

1
Open RescuePC Toolkit (or download from rescuepcrepairs.com/download)
2
Navigate to the Performance tab
3
Click "Optimize for Gaming"
4
Accept the UAC prompt to run with administrator privileges
5
Wait approximately 5 minutes for completion
6
No restart needed — the fix takes effect immediately
7
Manual alternative: Open Task Manager, disable unnecessary startup programs, and check resource usage.

What This Repair Actually Runs

Extracted from fix_gaming_performance.ps1 — the signed script this repair executes. This is the real work it performs on your PC, not a marketing summary.

powercfg -setactive 8c5e7fda-e8bf-4a96-9a85-a6e23a8c635c

powercfg -duplicatescheme e9a42b02-d5df-448d-aa00-03f14749eb61

A system restore point is created before changes are applied. Every run writes a timestamped log you can review or attach to a ticket. Safety class and Fix All eligibility are enforced by the signed pack manifest (SOP-76).

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "Optimize for Gaming" do?▼

Optimizes system settings for gaming performance. It is a one-click repair in the Performance & Speed category that automates the fix so you don't need technical expertise.

Is "Optimize for Gaming" safe to run?▼

This is a medium-risk repair that modifies system settings. RescuePC creates a restore point first. Review the changes before restarting.

How long does "Optimize for Gaming" take?▼

Typically about 5 minutes. No restart is needed.

Can I run "Optimize for Gaming" automatically with Fix All?▼

This repair is not part of the Fix All chain because it may need user input or takes longer than typical automated repairs. Run it individually from the Performance tab.

Do I need administrator access to run "Optimize for Gaming"?▼

Yes — this repair requires administrator privileges because it modifies system-level settings. RescuePC will prompt for elevation via UAC.