Challenge
Bring PC settings, game configurations and diagnostic tools into one accessible desktop experience, supported by account access and centrally maintained content.
Desktop application & cloud services
HD OPTI App
A Windows desktop application for gaming PC optimisation, built with C#, .NET and WPF. Custom UI, hardware monitoring and diagnostic tools connect with Azure Blob Storage, Cosmos DB and Function Apps.
Solution
Developed a branded WPF application using C# and .NET, with dedicated tools for Windows, graphics, networking and input devices, alongside hardware monitoring and Azure service integration.
Outcome
One desktop application bringing together PC optimisation, game configurations, hardware insights and account-based access, supported by Azure cloud services.
What was delivered
A custom Windows desktop experience
A branded WPF interface with reusable XAML controls, navigation, dialogs and status feedback. The application separates views and view models using an MVVM structure.
PC and game configuration tools
Dedicated sections bring together Windows, GPU, network, controller and keyboard/mouse settings, plus a searchable game configuration catalogue. Users can review guidance, apply supported actions and see previous execution details.
Hardware monitoring and diagnostics
CPU and GPU usage monitoring sits alongside PC specifications, USB device inspection and controller polling tools, giving users several ways to understand their hardware.
Account access and activation
Sign-in, registration, password recovery and key activation support the account journey. Access levels determine which actions are available, with preview states for restricted features.
Cloud-delivered content and services
Azure Blob Storage supplies scripts, configuration data, news and download information. Azure Function Apps and Cosmos DB form part of the supporting cloud stack for the application.
Execution feedback and recovery tools
Status messages and execution logs make activity visible in the interface. Windows restore-point creation and access to recovery tools sit alongside the optimisation workflow.
Inside the application
The desktop experience and the cloud behind it
Purpose-built Windows tools connect the user interface with local hardware and the services that support the product.
Game Mode in action
A dedicated Game Mode brings automatic game detection, CPU settings and monitoring status into one focused screen.
Automatic game detection
Enable Game Mode before launching a supported game so it can detect the running process.
CPU configuration
Apply the configured CPU settings when a supported game is detected.
Visible monitoring status
See whether Game Mode is monitoring and which game processes are active.
Built with WPF. Connected through Azure.
The WPF client brings together local Windows functionality and cloud services for application content, data and supporting operations.
Desktop interface
C#, .NET 8 and WPF provide the Windows client, with reusable XAML styling and an MVVM structure.
Local system integration
Hardware readers, diagnostic services and script execution connect the interface with the PC.
Cloud support
Blob Storage delivers maintained content and files, while Function Apps and Cosmos DB support the wider application.