The fastest way to uninstall Outplayed

Outplayed is a video recording tool made by Overwolf that captures gameplay footage automatically. To remove it completely from Windows, you need to uninstall both the Outplayed process itself and the Overwolf platform it runs on — removing just one leaves the other behind and can cause performance issues.

The cleanest method is to use Windows Settings to uninstall both programs in order. Start by opening Settings (press Windows key + I), then go to Apps > Apps & features. Search for "Outplayed" in the list, click it, and select Uninstall. Follow the prompts to completion. Then search for "Overwolf" in the same list and uninstall that as well.

After both are gone, restart your computer. This removes the process files and the background processes that Overwolf runs even when you are not using Outplayed.

Key Takeaways

  • You must uninstall both Outplayed and Overwolf separately — removing only Outplayed leaves Overwolf running in the background.
  • Use Windows Settings (Apps & features) rather than the Control Panel, because it removes more leftover files automatically.
  • Restart your computer after uninstalling to stop background processes that Overwolf may still be running.
  • If uninstall fails or Overwolf will not remove, check Task Manager to end any Overwolf processes still running, then try again.
  • Leftover Overwolf files in your user folder can be deleted manually if the uninstaller does not remove them completely.

Why Overwolf stays behind when you remove Outplayed

Outplayed is built on top of the Overwolf platform, which is a separate process that runs in the background on your PC. When you uninstall Outplayed alone, you are only removing the recording tool — Overwolf itself remains installed and continues to load at startup, consuming memory and processing power even though you are no longer using it.

Overwolf also installs browser extensions and modifies some system settings to track your gaming activity. These remain active after Outplayed is gone. Removing Overwolf stops these background processes and reclaims the disk space and RAM that the platform uses.

Stopping Overwolf processes if uninstall gets stuck

Sometimes the uninstaller fails because Overwolf is still running in the background. Open Task Manager by pressing Ctrl + Shift + Esc, then look for any process with "Overwolf" in the name. Right-click each one and select End Task.

Once all Overwolf processes are closed, go back to Settings > Apps & features and try uninstalling Overwolf again. This time it should complete without errors because no part of the program is still running.

If you see a process called "OverwolfBrowser" or "OverwolfHelper", end those as well. These are support processes that Overwolf launches to stay active in the background.

Removing leftover Overwolf files from your computer

Even after uninstalling through Settings, some Overwolf files may remain in hidden folders on your PC. These do not affect performance, but removing them gives you a completely clean system. Open File Explorer and navigate to C:\Users\[YourUsername]\AppData\Local (replace [YourUsername] with your actual Windows username).

Look for a folder named "Overwolf" and delete it. You may also find one at C:\Users\[YourUsername]\AppData\Roaming\Overwolf — delete that as well if it exists. You will need to show hidden files to see the AppData folder: in File Explorer, click View > Show > Hidden items.

If Windows says a file is in use and cannot be deleted, restart your computer and try again. This ensures no Overwolf process is still holding the file open.

Removing Overwolf browser extensions

Overwolf installs extensions in Chrome, Firefox, and Edge to monitor your browsing. After uninstalling the main process, these extensions may still be present. Open your browser and go to the extensions page: in Chrome or Edge, type chrome://extensions or edge://extensions into the address bar; in Firefox, type about:addons.

Look for any extension with "Overwolf" in the name and click the trash or remove icon next to it. Check for extensions you do not recognize as well — Overwolf sometimes installs them under different names. If you are unsure whether an extension is safe to remove, search for its name online before deleting it.

Checking that Overwolf is completely gone

After uninstalling and restarting, verify that Overwolf is no longer running. Open Task Manager again (Ctrl + Shift + Esc) and look at the Startup tab. If you see any Overwolf entry there, right-click it and select Disable. This prevents it from launching the next time you restart.

You can also check your installed programs one more time by going to Settings > Apps & features and searching for "Overwolf" and "Outplayed". Neither should appear in the list. If either one is still there, the uninstall did not complete — try the process again, making sure to end all background processes first.

What to do if you want to use Outplayed again later

If you remove Outplayed now but think you might want to record gameplay in the future, you do not have to reinstall Overwolf from scratch. You can straightforward read Outplayed again from the Overwolf website, and it will reinstall Overwolf as part of the setup. You will not lose any other settings or programs on your PC.

Alternatively, there are other recording tools that do not require a background platform: OBS Studio, Nvidia GeForce Experience (if you have an Nvidia graphics card), and AMD Radeon Software (for AMD cards) all record gameplay without installing a separate platform that runs constantly in the background.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will uninstalling Overwolf break any of my games?

No. Overwolf is only a recording tool and does not affect how games run. Removing it will not change game performance, graphics, or functionality. Your games will work exactly as they did before you installed Outplayed.

Can I uninstall just Overwolf without uninstalling Outplayed first?

You can, but it is better to uninstall Outplayed first. If you remove Overwolf while Outplayed is still installed, Outplayed will stop working. Uninstalling in order (Outplayed first, then Overwolf) prevents errors and ensures a cleaner removal.

Why does Overwolf use so much memory?

Overwolf runs constantly in the background to monitor your gameplay and be ready to record at any moment. This requires it to load system libraries, monitor game windows, and maintain a connection to Overwolf servers. Removing it frees up RAM and CPU resources, which can improve overall PC performance.

What if the uninstaller says "Overwolf is running" but I do not see it open?

Overwolf runs as a background process even when you do not see a window. Open Task Manager, find all Overwolf processes, and end each one. Then try uninstalling again. If it still fails, restart your computer and uninstall when ready after startup, before Overwolf has time to launch.

Do I need to uninstall anything else related to Outplayed?

No. Outplayed and Overwolf are the only two programs you need to remove. Once both are uninstalled and you have deleted the leftover folders in AppData, Outplayed is completely gone from your system.