ShareX

About

ShareX is a free and open source program that lets you capture or record any area of your screen and share it with a single press of a key. It also allows uploading images, text or other types of files to over 80 supported destinations you can choose from. ShareX supports many ways to capture or record your screen. The main capture methods are: Fullscreen Active window Active monitor Win…

Genres & Tags

Free to Play

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,378 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

stability5 negative mentions

ShareX is an incredibly versatile and feature-rich tool for capturing screenshots and recording videos, making it a must-have for both casual and professional users.
The software is free and open-source, providing a wide range of customization options and seamless integration with various online platforms for easy sharing.
Users appreciate the intuitive interface and the ability to automate tasks, which significantly enhances productivity and simplifies the screenshotting process.

Some users report issues with the software running continuously in the background, leading to inflated playtime on Steam and difficulties in closing the application.
The recording feature can be unreliable, particularly with fullscreen applications, and lacks built-in audio capture capabilities.
The extensive range of features can be overwhelming for new users, making the initial setup and navigation somewhat complicated.

gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
53%
12%
The gameplay is widely praised for its engaging mechanics and impressive graphics, with many users expressing a desire to invest significant time into it. While the picture-taking feature is highlighted as a unique aspect, some users note that the game is not optimized for extended gameplay recording, making it better suited for capturing short moments or creating gifs. Overall, the gameplay experience is described as fun and interesting, despite some minor criticisms regarding the story.
- “Top tier gameplay, would play for another 3k hours.”
- “Immensely astonishing and interesting gameplay.”
- “Quite fun game with interesting gameplay and cool design.”
- “Minor note: this isn't for gameplay capture and doesn't replace software like Shadowplay/Relive/OBS.”
- “This is for sharing small moments or single frames, not extended gameplay.”
- “Keep in mind if you're looking to record gameplay, you should probably pass on this, as it wasn't built around it.”
story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many praising its depth and emotional resonance, likening it to titles like Red Dead Redemption 2. While some players find the narrative engaging and well-crafted, others criticize it for being clichéd or boring. Overall, the combination of a strong storyline and immersive gameplay mechanics seems to enhance the overall experience for most players.
- “The storyline and the voices are perfect!”
- “10/10, best storyline I've played.”
- “Really good feeling combat and the story is amazing.”
- “It has a bad story and it's the same cliché over and over.”
- “Story is a little boring, but it makes up for it in gameplay.”
- “☐ no story”
graphics
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
53%
20%
The graphics in this game are consistently praised for their stunning realism and high quality, often described as "insane" and "better than real life." Users highlight the impressive HD and 4K visuals, making it an excellent choice for content creators and graphic designers looking to capture beautiful moments. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's appeal, earning high ratings from players.
- “The graphics on this story game are honestly insane.”
- “Graphics like real life, even better.”
- “Very good game with HD 4K UHD graphics. 10/10 would recommend.”
- “The gameplay, the graphics, the controls, everything about it... I can't help myself.”
- “Fully recommended for YouTubers and graphic designers for those who are waiting to capture the perfect moment on screen.”
- “Graphics: ★★★★☆”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users appreciate the humor aspect of the application, highlighting its effectiveness in creating funny GIFs and screenshots for sharing laughs with friends or enhancing lessons. The tool is described as versatile, serving both practical and comedic purposes, with some users noting amusing bugs that add to its charm. Overall, it is seen as a valuable resource for generating humor in various contexts.
- “It's a magnificent tool and I use it quite often for miscellaneous tasks, whether they be important screenshots I need to share with others, or merely a funny screenshot or gif to have a good laugh looking at with some friends.”
- “Great for gifs, and helping people out with wanting to gif something on the fly in case of something funny.”
- “I ignored this funny sensation until I opened the application and started using it.”
monetization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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The monetization aspect of the application is highly praised, as users appreciate its completely ad-free experience and the absence of malware or bloatware. Many users express their willingness to pay for the software, highlighting its extensive features and customization options without any intrusive advertisements. Overall, the app is seen as a valuable tool that delivers on its promise of being free and unobtrusive.
- “Yet it has no ads and it's completely free.”
- “Seriously, for a free full software with no ads whatsoever and a huge list of features, I'd gladly pay $5 for this piece of awesome.”
- “Also, completely customizable, no obstructions, no advertisements or sneaky behavior.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, users report that while the software generally offers a stable experience, it does have some minor glitches, such as issues with program closure and occasional freezing during screen captures. The availability of documentation and community support helps users troubleshoot these issues effectively.
- “Aaaaaaaaa buggy.”
- “It's very awesome that it has minor glitches, like sometimes it has trouble closing the program, but it can be fixed by restarting your computer.”
- “This is probably the greatest app out there for capturing things quickly, just click its icon in the icon bar and then the screen freezes for a stable capture.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is described as relaxing and effective in creating a calming atmosphere, with users appreciating its ability to enhance their overall experience. However, some reviews indicate a lack of specific details about the music itself, suggesting it may not be a standout feature.
- “Music: the great communicator”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “Music: n/a”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, noting that extensive time investment (over 5600 hours) has not led to a clear path for completing the main quest. Many feel that the grinding is so demanding that it requires an unrealistic amount of time, likening it to needing a "second life" to manage.
- “After grinding this game for 5600+ hours, I still haven't figured out how to actually complete the main quest.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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ShareX is highly optimized, allowing users to create QR codes, send images, and record screens without significant performance impact. It operates smoothly in the background, enabling quick captures through convenient shortcuts.
- “ShareX can also be used to make QR codes, send images embedded in QR codes, and even record your screen without a huge performance penalty.”
- “It runs smoothly in the background, so you can capture anything within seconds by using the included shortcuts.”
- “Works flawlessly, but doesn't have any impact on performance.”
- “The game suffers from severe optimization issues, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “Despite the interesting mechanics, the lack of optimization makes it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
- “I experienced constant lag and long loading times, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is described as deeply impactful, evoking feelings of isolation and sadness, with one user sharing a personal experience of despair and neglect that the game resonated with. The intensity of the emotional response is so profound that it is difficult for the user to articulate their feelings fully.
- “In fact, I could not put into real words what emotional response this application gave me.”