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Windows 11 Gets Console-Like Xbox Mode
1 May
Summary
- Xbox mode offers a full-screen console-like experience on Windows PCs.
- It features an optimized interface for easy game library access and launching.
- Users can switch between Xbox mode and standard Windows 11 anytime.

Microsoft has begun releasing its promised Xbox mode for Windows 11 devices, including PCs and tablets. This new feature provides a full-screen, console-like experience, optimized for controller use. It centralizes a game library, making it simple to launch titles from Xbox Game Pass and other PC storefronts. Users can also easily access the Xbox Game Bar overlay within this mode.
The company has refined the Xbox mode experience since its initial debut on the Asus ROG Ally X. A key benefit is the ability to fluidly transition between Xbox mode and the standard Windows 11 desktop at any time. Microsoft is deploying this update gradually to select users and markets to guarantee optimal performance and user satisfaction.