How to enable Gamer Mode in ESET Version 9

Description: This article will show how to Enable Gamer Mode in ESET Version 9. ESET Version 9 made some improvements upon the way that Gamer Mode works in the settings. Gamer mode provides performance optimizations for games and presentation purposes, reducing the impact that ESET has on the system, to improve performance in different environments.

  1. Open the ESET software from the lower right corner of the desktop screen. If you don't see it at first, it may need to be found by expanding the hidden icons.
    Windows System Tray Hidden Programs Icon, ESET Program Icon
  2. Choose the Setup tab on the left-hand side.
    ESET Home Screen, Setup
  3. Choose the Computer Protection option.
    ESET Setup, Computer Protection
  4. Toggle the slider next to Gamer mode to enable it.
    ESET Computer Protection, Gamer Mode, Toggle On Off
  5. A yellow notification will appear along with an Attention required message on the Home tab, indicating Gamer Mode is enabled.
    ESET Home Screen, Attention

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