Checking currently used decoding method
Currently employed method of decoding is displayed in the streaming console.
HW - HardWare, videocard is being used for decoding
SW - SoftWare, processor is being used for decoding
Important: if computer doesn't support HW decoding, you can experience certain porblems with the game, such as:
- slideshow
- dilluted image
- horizontal lines across the picture
- black or green screen, with sound present
- at high loads, you can experience delayed controls, more information in this article
A helpful article: how to manually set a default graphic card
How to check your system for hardware decoding availability
Download, install and launch DXVA Checker
If there is no lines with H264, it means you have no hardware decoder
Or, hardware decoder present:
How to check your version of DirectX
Press Win+R and type "dxdiag" in the opened window:
In the opened window, look for DirectX version line: