Xbox Mode Nears Universal Availability on Windows 11 PCs

April 20, 2026

Microsoft has activated Xbox mode within the Windows 11 Release Preview, delivering a dedicated full-screen interface for the Xbox PC app. This release marks a major step toward making the feature available on all Windows 11 devices.

The move follows Microsoft's promise that Xbox mode would rollout to all PCs in April, and current progress suggests the plan is on track. According to reporting by Tom Warren, the feature is now “days away” from a wider rollout, bringing the console-focused experience to a broader audience.

In the Release Preview, users can expect the new full-screen Xbox PC app interface to become more widely accessible in the coming days, paving the way for universal availability across Windows 11 PCs.

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