MSI Afterburner RivaTuner not working on CSGO 2 Fix!

    In 2022, there are a few potential fixes you may try if you're having problems with MSI Afterburner and RivaTuner specifically not functioning in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CSGO):

    Install the most recent versions of RivaTuner and MSI Afterburner. To download and install the newest upgrades, go to the official MSI Afterburner and RivaTuner websites.

 

Disable game overlay features: 

    Some games may conflict with overlay features provided by software like MSI Afterburner and RivaTuner. In MSI Afterburner, go to the settings and disable any overlay features, such as the hardware monitor or OSD (On-Screen Display). Similarly, check RivaTuner settings and disable any overlay features it provides.

Run both applications in administrator mode: 

For the MSI Afterburner and RivaTuner shortcuts to work properly in CSGO, choose "Run as administrator" from the context menu when you right-click on them.

 

Verify the game's compatibility mode. 

    Right-click the CSGO executable file or shortcut, choose "Properties," then select the "Compatibility" tab. As compatibility modes could conflict with MSI Afterburner and RivaTuner, make sure they are not enabled.

 

Create a RivaTuner statistics server configuration: 

    To access the settings, launch RivaTuner and click on the wrench icon. Make sure "Enable low-level hardware access interface" is selected in the "General" tab. Make that the desired hardware statistics are selected for display in the "Monitoring" tab next.

 

Update your graphics drivers:

    Update your graphics drivers already installed to ensure that your graphics card is using the latest versions drivers. The latest drivers that are compatible with your system can be downloaded and installed from the manufacturer website, such as NVIDIA, AMD, or Intel.

    Disable any other program that might be in conflict with MSI Afterburner and RivaTuner by turning it off temporarily. As an illustration, consider alternative overclocking tools or monitoring software that can interfere with the operation of these programs.

 

True Fix:

    At last but not the least allow the third party software to monitor the game performance by setting in the game setting. To do this follow these simple steps:

1 open steam

2 go to library and select CSGO

3 right click and go to properties

4 in the launch option type “-allow_third_party_software”

5 close the windows and launch CSGO

now it should work and msi fps counter shows on the screen and you can monitor or record the screen.

 

    If the info mentioned measures don't work to fix the problem, consider entirely uninstalling MSI Afterburner and Riva Tuner. Restart your computer after that, and then reinstall both programs using the official installation instructions from scratch.

    If you've tried all these steps and the problem persists, it's advisable to contact the support teams for MSI Afterburner and Riva Tuner directly for further assistance. They may be able to provide specific guidance or updates regarding any known issues related to CSGO in 2022.