Finally, Windows 11 desktop PC users can enjoy Xbox Mode and Microsoft has a new gift for Ally X users

Date:
Fri, 01 May 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Description:
Microsoft isn't resting on its laurels with Windows 11 gaming optimization, with Xbox Mode now being rolled out to desktop PC users.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Microsoft has finally begun its Xbox Mode rollout for Windows 11 desktop PC users Microsoft has also made
Auto SR upscaling available for Asus ROG Xbox Ally X Xbox Insiders The
rollout comes amid Valve's updates on SteamOS in preparation for the Steam Machine Microsoft is only just getting started with its plans to revitalize gaming for both desktop PC and handheld users, with Windows project K2 set to improve the operating system but that's not all.

Xbox Mode is now being rolled out on desktop PCs, as announced by Microsoft via Xbox Wire as of the latest April 30 Windows update . This is what some Windows 11 users may have been familiar with as Full Screen Experience ,
which has been available since November 2025 for Xbox Insiders.

It's also worth noting that Microsoft is also introducing its new Auto SR preview for the Asus ROG Xbox Ally X Xbox Insiders, which is a new addition
to Xbox Mode that can be enabled via Game Bar. Auto SR serves as Microsoft's version of upscaling (similar to Nvidia 's DLSS or AMD 's FSR), rendering games at lower internal resolutions to improve frame rates and upscaling them for sharper image quality. Article continues below You may like Windows 11
PCs are all getting Xbox mode here's why that's important Microsoft's
project K2 could finally make Windows as fast as SteamOS Microsoft is rolling out a turbo mode for Windows 11 installation (Image credit: Microsoft) More importantly, though, Xbox Mode is effectively Microsoft's SteamOS equivalent, allowing gamers to launch and play games in one menu, while disabling unnecessary background processes to provide more RAM for games. It's a handy version of Windows 11 that streamlines the gaming experience, while Microsoft continues with its effort to further optimize the operating system for
gamers. Once fully rolled out, users can enable Xbox Mode by entering
Settings > Gaming > Full Screen Experience and setting the home app to
'Xbox', and this should enable Xbox Mode, which can be toggled via Game Bar
or the Task View.

There's no word on Auto SR coming to desktop PCs just yet, specifically because it's designed for the docked play on the Ally X, but it's too early
to rule out its chance of becoming a tool for desktop PC gamers.

It's the right time for Microsoft to make this move, since Valve's SteamOS is on the verge of seeing significant improvements for more desktop PCs via updates for the upcoming Steam Machine and while there's still a long way to go for Xbox Mode to go in competing, it's ideal for users like myself who aren't quite ready to make the full switch to Linux. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. Follow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get our expert news, reviews, and opinion in your feeds.



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