Enable Xbox mode at Launch - Windows PC

JP 0 Reputation points
2026-08-30T05:09:13.83+00:00

I am trying to automatically launch Xbox mode at startup on my Windows 11 desktop. However, the checkbox is not appearing. I have the most recent update and have ensured that the setting to receive new updates as soon as they are launched is enabled.

Is there a way to force this feature as i believe it is currently only for handhelds.

My pc is a livingroom game console.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Gaming
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  1. SmoothGaming 5 Reputation points
    2026-08-30T05:25:57.9666667+00:00

    For desktops, however, it seems that they are rolling it out more cautiously, and the startup checkbox option can only be found in gaming handhelds that support this feature for now.

    When it comes to desktops, however, the recommended behavior is that users should manually enable the Xbox mode from Settings > Gaming > Xbox mode.

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