Microsoft is taking steps to bridge the gap between its Xbox gaming platform and Windows PCs. The company will soon roll out an ‘Xbox mode’ to all Windows 11 PCs, including laptops, desktops, and tablets, starting in April.
The Xbox Full Screen Experience (FSE), which has been available in preview since November 2025 for users in the Windows Insider and Xbox Insider Programs, will be rebranded as ‘Xbox mode.’ Microsoft acknowledges the need for improvements, as initial feedback on the feature when it debuted on Xbox Ally devices was mixed, with critics noting it didn’t seamlessly transition the PC gaming experience to an Xbox-friendly interface.
By emphasizing the PC as the future of Xbox gaming, Microsoft aims to refine the Xbox experience on diverse devices. The company continues to enhance the Xbox Ally, improving its reliability and performance. At the 2026 Game Developers Conference, Microsoft announced the opening of Advanced Shader Delivery to all Xbox store developers, facilitating faster game load times by providing precompiled shaders during game downloads.
Moreover, Microsoft teases the possibility of bringing classic Xbox games to PC, promising new ways to access iconic titles as part of its 25th-anniversary celebrations later this year.
Source: The Verge