Game freezes for 1–1.5 seconds when taking a screenshot

Age of Mythology: Retold Report a Bug
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  • Game Version: Standard

  • Build Number: v.100.19.17020.0

  • Platform: Steam

  • Operating System: Windows 10

Issue:

Whenever I take a screenshot using PrtSc or Win + PrtSc, the game freezes for approximately 1 to 1.5 seconds.
This happens consistently in both singleplayer and multiplayer matches.

The freeze is strong enough to interrupt gameplay, especially during fights or micro‑management moments.
It does not matter what graphics settings are used, the freeze occurs every time a screenshot is taken.

Trigger Event:

Pressing PrtSc or Win + PrtSc during gameplay. The moment the screenshot is taken, the game pauses/freeze for ~1–1.5 seconds.

Repro Steps:

  1. Start any match (singleplayer or multiplayer).
  2. During gameplay, press PrtSc or Win + PrtSc.
  3. The game freezes for ~1–1.5 seconds.
  4. Issue is 100% reproducible every time a screenshot is taken.