Xbox Mode has started rolling out on Windows 11 PCs

Microsoft has announced that Xbox Mode started rolling out to players on Windows 11 PCs today. This includes laptops, desktops, and tablets. It will bring a console-inspired Xbox experience to players than it ever has.

With Xbox Mode, you’ll be able to do the following:

• Browse and launch games using a controller-optimized interface.

• Jump back and forth between Xbox mode and the Windows 11 desktop whenever you want.

• Access an aggregated game library, including the full games catalog from Xbox Game Pass, and installed games from leading PC storefronts.

Xbox Mode makes Xbox feel consistent across multiple screens while giving you more choice in how and where you play, Microsoft says.

“Windows has long been an important part of the PC gaming ecosystem, supporting innovation through its open platform. Together with Windows, Xbox is taking everything we’ve learned about building a world-class operating system for gaming and continuing to evolve the experiences that meet players where and how they choose to play.”

How To Get Xbox Mode on Windows 11

Microsoft has said that Xbox Mode is slowly rolling out to players over the next few weeks. In order to get the new update, make sure your PC has the following set to get the latest Windows updates. Once the update is available, you can jump into Xbox mode right from your PC.

1. Open Settings on your Windows 11 PC
2. Select Windows Update
3. Turn on Get the latest updates as soon as they are available

Xbox Mode was revealed during GDC 2026, where new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma shared new information about Project Helix Dev Kits and more. Windows could always play Xbox, but it didn’t feel like the Xbox ecosystem. With this new update, it’ll feel more like home for those who are familiar with playing on Xbox consoles.