Microsoft announced in March that the new Xbox mode for Windows 11, a full-screen "dedicated gaming experience," was set to go live in April. And on the very final day of the month, with most of those last 24 hours already gone, it's finally starting to happen.
"Beginning today, we’re excited to share that Xbox mode will begin rolling out in select markets to Windows 11 PCs, including laptops, desktops, and tablets, bringing a console-inspired Xbox experience to more players than ever," Microsoft VPs Jason Ronald and Ian LeGrow said in a joint statement.
"Whether you’re playing on a high-performance desktop, a gaming laptop, or a Windows handheld, Xbox mode makes it easier to jump into your games. It adds another way to enjoy games on your PC—with a controller-optimized, full screen experience that is built for play."
Which markets have been selected for the initial rollout is a closely held secret: If you want to...
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