I have a setup with three monitors on Windows 11—two on my main desk and one dedicated for racing simulators. I want to know if there's a way for my nephew to play Assetto Corsa on the racing sim monitor while I play a different game on another monitor. My main concern is avoiding any input conflicts between my keyboard and mouse and his racing wheel. Any suggestions?
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You could definitely try using virtual machines (VMs) to keep the input separate. The setup could get complex, but it would let you and your nephew play without interference. Just keep in mind, VMs handle inputs differently, so be prepared for some potential complications with performance.
Another approach is to use a remote setup with a second, less powerful machine. You can run a VM on your main rig while the secondary one hosts the second game. Software like Sunshine or Moonlight can help with that.
If VMs sound too tricky, you might want to look into software like ASTER, which helps map two users to different monitors with separate keyboards, mice, and controllers. That way, you both can game without stepping on each other's toes!
True, but just a heads up, using VMs means you’ll need powerful hardware since the GPU gets split between games. If you're looking for a smoother experience, you might want to test it on a dedicated system.