Why is there a delay with video game play when I connect Roku® wireless audio device to my Roku TV™?
Roku wireless speakers or a Roku TV Wireless Soundbar is designed to add full, rich sound to your Roku TV, dramatically improving the audio performance. To achieve optimal synchronization of picture and sound when connected to your Roku TV, and reduce the likelihood of momentary audio dropouts, the audio and video signals are slightly delayed when you are using your wireless audio device. In most cases, this is not noticeable. However, when using an interactive device connected to your Roku TV such as an Xbox, PlayStation, or personal computer, you may notice a slight video delay, or what some may refer to as "video lag".
To minimize the video delay on your HDMI or AV input, you can enable Game Mode for that source, improving the video response time.
Note: Game mode cannot be turned on when watching streaming services or over-the-air TV on the antenna input. If you notice a synchronization issue or other audio problem when using these sources, learn more about resolving general audio playback issues.
How do I turn Game mode on?
Use the steps below to turn Game mode on (or off) when using an external device connected to your Roku TV.
- Switch to the input on your Roku TV where your game console or computer is connected (e.g., HDMI 1, HDMI 2, AV).
- Press Star
on your Roku TV remote. - Use the directional pad to scroll up or down and select Picture settings. The directional pad is plus-shaped and is in the center of your Roku remote.
- Scroll and highlight Game mode.
- Press left or right on the directional pad to turn Game mode On (or Off)
Note:
- If your Roku TV uses Automatic Game Console Configuration, to configure game settings automatically it will turn Game mode on automatically. You can use the instructions above when you want to turn Game mode off.
- When Auto Low-Latency Mode (or ALLM) is enabled on a game console that supports this feature (e.g., Xbox One, Xbox Series X), Game mode is turned on automatically. If you need to turn Game mode off, you simply need to disable ALLM on your game console.
Last updated at 2/25/2026 5:25:05 AM
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