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When recording a game with oCam, problems may occur if a game with an AntiCheat feature is running. AntiCheat software may block recording software or cause conflicts, which can prevent oCam from working properly. Below is a detailed explanation of how to solve this problem and record games smoothly with oCam.
To resolve problems caused by the AntiCheat feature, you can launch the game without AntiCheat enabled. You can use an option provided by Steam or run a specific game executable directly to bypass AntiCheat. Below are two methods:
Method 1: Launch the game from Steam without AntiCheat
1. Launch the Steam client and select the game you want to record (for example, 7 Days to Die) from your Library.
2. On the game's detail page, click the blue 'Play' button.
3. When the launch options window appears, select the 'Launch Without AntiCheat' option.
4. The game will launch without AntiCheat, allowing normal recording with oCam.
Method 2: Run the game executable directly
For some games, you can disable AntiCheat by running the executable directly from the Steam library folder. For example, in the case of 7 Days to Die:
1. Go to the Steam library path. The default path is `SteamLibrary\steamapps\common\7 Days To Die\`.
2. In that folder, find the `7DaysToDie.exe` file and double-click it to run it.
3. When launched this way, AntiCheat is automatically disabled, and you can record the game in oCam without any issues.
Applying the methods above can resolve conflicts caused by AntiCheat and allow you to record the game smoothly with oCam. However, disabling AntiCheat may cause restrictions in online multiplayer mode, so make sure your recording is intended for offline play or single-player mode. If the problem persists, using the latest game patch or the latest version of oCam may also help.
When recording video with oCam, selecting the MKV container from the Codec menu allows the video file to be saved more safely even in unexpected situations. The MKV container offers excellent file stability, so even if the program closes during recording due to various issues, the file will not be corrupted and can still be played normally.
For example, even if oCam is force-closed during recording, or if a game suddenly crashes while recording gameplay, the video file saved in the MKV container can still be played normally. This is possible because the MKV format is designed to store data in a highly stable file structure.
On the other hand, if you use the MP4 container, the file may become corrupted and impossible to recover in the same kind of abnormal shutdown situation. For stable recording, using the MKV container is recommended.
However, there are a few things to keep in mind when playing MKV files. If you play an MKV file in Windows Media Player, the seek function, such as jumping to a specific point in the video, may not work smoothly. Playback itself works without a problem, but for better seeking convenience, it is recommended to use an external video player such as PotPlayer. PotPlayer plays MKV files reliably and also supports smooth seeking.
Also, MKV files are not supported by Naver's video upload feature. Since the Naver platform does not allow MKV uploads, you will need to use a platform such as YouTube if you want to share videos on the web. YouTube supports MKV uploads without issues and provides an environment optimized for sharing and playback.
Therefore, if you want stable recording with oCam, the most effective method is to select the MKV container from the Codec menu, use an external player such as PotPlayer for playback, and use YouTube for web sharing.