How to fix Xbox game recording audio out of sync

Some users experienced audio and video lag in the clips of games recorded via the Xbox Game Bar on Windows 11/10 and via the Screen Recording option on Xbox consoles. While recording gameplay, it is important that audio and video should sync properly, otherwise, the recorded clips are a waste. In this article, we will explain how to fix Xbox game recording audio out-of-sync issues.

How to fix Xbox game recording audio out of sync

If you are playing a game on your Windows computer, you can record your gameplay by using a built-in app, Xbox Game Bar. Xbox console also allows users to record their gameplay but it has certain time limitations. No matter which method you use to record your gameplay; if your recorded video clips are not syncing correctly, the solutions provided below will guide you on how to fix Xbox game recording audio out-of-sync issues.

Before we start explaining solutions, let’s see some workarounds that can help you. These workarounds helped some affected users.

Switch your Game clip recording resolution. For example, if you are recording your game at 4K, switch to 1080 pixels and then switch back to 4K.
Open another game for a few seconds and close it. Now, open your game and start recording it.
Some users reported that the problem occurred on Windows 11 and not on Windows 10. That’s why they rolled back to Windows 10. We do not suggest you go back to Windows 10 from Windows 11. It is your choice. You can use the solutions provided below.

Let’s see the fixes.

Power Cycle your Xbox console
Turn off the Automatically upload option
Decrease the frame rate for recording your gameplay
Install the latest Windows Update
Reset your Xbox console

Below, we have explained all these fixes in detail.

1] Power Cycle your Xbox console

Power Cycling the Xbox console deletes bad cache. If the problem occurs due to the bad cache, this will help. The steps to power cycle your Xbox console are provided below:

Press and hold the Xbox button to turn off your console.
When the console is turned off, remove the power cables from the wall socket.
Wait for at least 5 minutes.
Plug-in power cables and turn on your console.

Now, record your gameplay and see if the problem persists.

2] Turn off the Automatically upload option

Xbox console has an option that uploads your recorded game clips to OneDrive automatically. Some users found this feature causing trouble. Check if turning off this option works for you or not. Select Don’t upload in the Automatically upload option on your Xbox console.

3] Decrease the frame rate for recording your gameplay

If you are recording at a high frame rate, decrease the frame rate and then record your gameplay. This should work for you. The following steps will show you how to decrease the frame rate for recording via Xbox Game Bar on Windows 11/10.

Open Windows 11/10 Settings.
On Windows 11, go to “Gaming > Captures.” On Windows 10, go to “Gaming > Captures > Recorded Video.”
Click on the Video frame rate drop-down and select the lower frame rate.

Related: Windows 11 Gaming Settings – All you need to know.

4] Install the latest Windows Update

Make sure that you are using the latest Windows OS version. Open the Windows Updates page and check for updates manually. If the update is available, download and install it.

5] Reset your Xbox console

If none of the above fixes resolved the issue, resetting your Xbox console can help. The following steps will help you with this:

Open the Xbox guide.
Go to “Profile & system > Settings > System > Console info.”
Select Reset console.
Now, select Reset & keep my apps and games.

This action will reset your Xbox console to factory default settings without deleting your data.

Why is audio and video out of sync on Xbox?

The audio and video syncing issues usually occur in the recorded video game clips on Xbox consoles. This can be due to the high frame rate selection or recording at high resolution. Change your gameplay recording settings on the Xbox console and see if it helps.

Why are my Xbox clips not recording properly?

Some games do not allow users to record the gameplay. Such games disable the recording capability of Xbox. Hence, you cannot record the gameplay of such games. If the game allows recording but you are not able to record the gameplay, check if the Capturing is enabled or not. Power Cycle your Xbox console to delete the bad cache. Also, delete your older game clips and see if it works.