How To Fix Nvidia FPS Counter Not Showing

Are you a gamer who relies on the NVIDIA FPS counter to monitor your gaming performance, only to find that it’s not showing up as expected? Don’t worry, you’re not alone.

Many gamers have encountered this issue, and the good news is that there are several potential solutions to get your FPS counter up and running again.

In this guide, we’ll explore some common reasons why the NVIDIA FPS counter may not be displayed, and we’ll provide step-by-step instructions on how to fix this issue.

How To Fix Nvidia FPS Counter Not Showing?

If you’re experiencing issues with the Nvidia FPS counter not showing up in your games, you can enable the FPS counter, restart GeForce Experience, and run the game through GeForce Experience. Additionally, you can also check Nvidia Control Panel settings, and reinstall GeForce Experience if nothing works.

Below is a detailed explanation of all the above-mentioned fixes:

1. Enable The FPS Counter

First, ensure that the FPS counter is enabled in the GeForce Experience settings.

You can do this by opening GeForce Experience, going to the settings (gear icon), and under the “General” tab, scroll down to the “In-Game Overlay” section and make sure it is turned on.

Then click on the settings icon next to “In-Game Overlay“, go to “HUD layout“, and make sure the FPS counter is set to be displayed.

2. Restart GeForce Experience Overlay

Sometimes, simply toggling the in-game overlay can resolve the issue. Disable the in-game overlay in GeForce Experience settings and then turn it back on.

• Press Alt+Z to open the GeForce Experience overlay.
• Close the overlay and then press Alt+Z again to reopen it, which can sometimes reset the overlay and get the FPS counter to show up.

3. Run The Game Through GeForce Experience

Try launching the game through GeForce Experience rather than directly or through another game launcher. This can sometimes enable the FPS counter to appear.

To run a game through GeForce Experience, follow these steps:

• Click on the GeForce Experience shortcut on your desktop, or search for it in the Start menu and open it.
• Click on the “Games” tab within GeForce Experience to view your game library.
• Scroll through the list or use the search function to find the game you want to play.
• Click on the game tile to select it.
• Press the green “Play” button that appears on the game tile to launch the game.

4. Update Drivers And GeForce Experience

Ensure that you have the latest version of GeForce Experience and that your Nvidia drivers are up to date. Nvidia regularly releases updates that can fix bugs and improve the performance of their software.

To ensure you have the latest version of GeForce Experience and up-to-date NVIDIA drivers, follow these steps:

1. Check for the Latest Version of GeForce Experience:
   • Open GeForce Experience.
   • Go to the “About” tab located at the bottom left corner of the interface.
   • Compare the current version number displayed here with the latest available version on the official NVIDIA website.
   • If a newer version exists, proceed to update GeForce Experience.
2. Update GeForce Experience:
   • Click on the gear icon in the top right corner of GeForce Experience to enter its settings.
   • Under the “General” tab, find the “Update” section.
   • Click on “Check for Updates” to initiate the installation of the newest version of GeForce Experience.
3. Install Driver Updates:
   • Visit the official NVIDIA website to check for the latest drivers.
   • Download the appropriate driver package for your GPU model and OS.
   • Follow the installation wizard’s prompts to upgrade your NVIDIA drivers.
4. Automatic Updates:
   • For convenience, enable automatic updates for both GeForce Experience and NVIDIA drivers.
     • Within GeForce Experience settings, go to the “General” tab and toggle on “Enable In-App Updates.”
     • During the driver installation process, make sure to opt in to receive future updates automatically.

5. Check Windows Settings

For Windows users, check the gaming services app and Game Bar settings to make sure they are not interfering with the GeForce Experience overlay.

• Open Windows Settings.
• Go to “Apps“.
• Search for the gaming services app and adjust settings if necessary.
• Also, check Windows Game Bar settings to ensure they do not conflict with GeForce Experience.

6. Check Nvidia Control Panel Settings

Checking Nvidia Control Panel settings is important when dealing with issues involving the Nvidia FPS counter not showing because certain settings within the Control Panel can influence the behaviour of the FPS overlay.

• Right-click on your desktop and select “Nvidia Control Panel“.
• Go to “Manage 3D settings“.
• Look through the settings to see if any might affect the overlay display and adjust them as necessary.

7. Uninstall And Reinstall GeForce Experience

If none of the above steps work, you may need to reinstall GeForce Experience. Uninstall it from your system and download the latest version from the Nvidia website.

To reinstall GeForce Experience, follow these steps:

1. Uninstall GeForce Experience:
   • Open the Windows Control Panel.
   • Go to “Programs and Features” or “Apps & features” depending on your version of Windows.
   • Scroll through the list of installed programs and locate “GeForce Experience“.
   • Click on it and then select “Uninstall“. Follow the prompts to complete the uninstallation process.
2. Restart Your Computer:
   • After uninstalling, it’s a good practice to restart your computer to ensure all files related to GeForce Experience are properly removed.
3. Download the Latest Version of GeForce Experience:
   • Open your web browser and go to the Nvidia GeForce Experience download page.
   • Click on the “Download Now” button to download the latest version of the installer.
4. Install GeForce Experience:
   • Once the download is complete, open the downloaded file to start the installation process.
   • Follow the on-screen instructions to install GeForce Experience on your computer.
5. Launch GeForce Experience:
   • After the installation is complete, launch GeForce Experience from the Start menu or desktop shortcut.

You can also contact Nvidia support as a last resort. They will guide you with better options and help you resolve your issue better.