NVIDIA ShadowPlay
Record gameplay or save a moment that just happened with ShadowPlay in NVIDIA App on a compatible Windows PC.
Overview
ShadowPlay is NVIDIA App’s game capture feature. Use manual recording when you know you want the whole session; Instant Replay keeps a rolling capture so you can save a recent moment after it happens. The two modes solve different recording problems.
Why it is here
For a surprise highlight, replay is less disruptive than deciding to record in advance. For a tutorial or a planned match, manual recording gives you a defined start and end. Check the saved clip’s audio, length, and storage use before relying on a long session; a short test is more useful than discovering a capture problem afterward.
Good fit for
Players and creators with a supported NVIDIA GPU on Windows. If you need scenes, multiple sources, or live streaming, compare OBS Studio. On a Mac, use a macOS recorder such as OBS Studio or Screen Studio instead of looking for a ShadowPlay Mac download.
Try it when
- Save an unexpected gameplay moment with Instant Replay.
- Record a planned session, then check the output before editing or sharing.
- Decide whether you need a replay buffer or a composed scene before choosing a capture tool.
Before you choose
NVIDIA lists Windows 10 and 11 and supported GeForce hardware for NVIDIA App. Confirm the current requirements against your exact GPU and driver; ShadowPlay is a feature inside that app, not a separate Mac application. Recording can also capture audio or on-screen information you did not intend to share, so review clips before publishing.
