Fri. Mar 13th, 2026

Windows 11 Gets New Xbox Mode: Turning PCs into Gaming Consoles

Gaming on a PC is set to become much more akin to a console experience, thanks to dedicated interfaces, streamlined controls, and immediate access to games. Microsoft has revealed that a new feature, dubbed “Xbox Mode,” will be rolled out to Windows 11 in the coming weeks. This innovative mode aims to transform any compatible computer into a robust gaming platform, offering a more intuitive and direct way to play.

By Finnegan Blackthorne

A Calgary-based gaming journalist with over seven years of experience covering the Canadian gaming landscape. Started his career documenting local gaming conventions before expanding into national industry coverage. Specializes in Canadian indie game development and emerging gaming technologies. His comprehensive reporting on prairie gaming culture and developer interviews has established him as a prominent voice in the Canadian gaming community

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