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How to clip games on PC
Updated 24 October 2026 · Written by Reyansh Juneja and Naman Dhiman, the co-founders of SOVE7GN, who run the campaigns and review the clips
The best gaming moments happen when you're not recording. That's why almost every way to clip games on PC uses a replay buffer: your PC keeps the last stretch of gameplay ready, and a hotkey saves it.
Short answer: turn on a replay buffer and set a hotkey. Free options include Medal, NVIDIA Instant Replay (for NVIDIA graphics cards), AMD Instant Replay (for AMD cards), Xbox Game Bar (built into Windows) and OBS's replay buffer. When something happens, press the hotkey to save the last few seconds or minutes as a clip, then trim and crop it for short-form.
Five ways to clip games on PC
| Option | Best for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Medal | Gamers who want quick sharing | Free app built for game clips |
| NVIDIA Instant Replay | NVIDIA graphics card owners | In NVIDIA's app |
| AMD Instant Replay | AMD graphics card owners | In AMD Adrenalin software |
| Xbox Game Bar | Anyone on Windows | Built in; "record that" saves recent gameplay |
| OBS Replay Buffer | Streamers | Free and highly configurable |
Menus and defaults change with updates, so check each tool's settings for the replay length, quality and hotkey.
Setting it up well
- Replay length: 30 to 60 seconds covers most moments.
- Quality: high enough to look sharp after cropping to vertical.
- Hotkey: something you can hit mid-game without thinking.
- Storage: clips add up. Pick a folder and clean it weekly.
- Audio: separate game and mic tracks if your tool allows it, so you can balance them later.
After you clip
| Step | What to do |
|---|---|
| Trim | Start just before the action |
| Crop | 9:16, with the action centred |
| Facecam | Stack it on top if you have one |
| Hook | One line of text saying what's happening |
| Captions | For comms and commentary |
| Post | TikTok, Shorts and Reels |
More in gaming clips for TikTok.
Common mistakes
- Clips that start too early, with loading screens and menus
- Game audio drowning out your voice
- Cropping that cuts off the important part of the screen
- Posting raw clips without any context
Too many clips, not enough time?
If you're saving more clips than you post, a clipping retainer can take it from there. SOVE7GN edits and posts 2 to 4 clips a day on your accounts, from $2,000 a month.
Questions people ask
What's the easiest way to clip games on PC?
Xbox Game Bar is built into Windows. Medal and the graphics card apps are also quick to set up.
How do I clip the last 30 seconds?
Turn on a replay buffer in your chosen tool, set the length to 30 seconds and press the hotkey after the moment.
Does clipping slow down my game?
Replay buffers use some resources. Lower the quality if you notice a drop.
What's the best format for gaming clips?
Vertical 9:16 for TikTok, Shorts and Reels, kept short and opening on the action.
Want a straight answer for your videos?
Book a 30-minute call. Send us a link first and we'll tell you which plan fits and how many clips we can make.
Book a call See plans and pricing- Medal clippingCapturing game moments with Medal and turning them into posts.
- Gaming clips for TikTok and ShortsMoments, vertical layouts, hooks and posting rhythm for gaming.