Microsoft continues to push forward with its vision of making Xbox more than just a console. The goal is clear: to offer a seamless gaming experience for players, no matter what device they’re using. The company’s latest move highlights this strategy, reinforcing recent reports shared by Windows Central.
Soon, the Xbox app for Windows will support integration with major game platforms like Steam. While the feature is currently being tested by Windows Insiders, it marks a significant step toward creating a more unified, open ecosystem for PC gamers. For many, it’s a promising sign of things to come—one that suggests a more connected and flexible future for Xbox users everywhere.
Xbox App Will Connect All Your Game Libraries in One Place
Microsoft is doubling down on improving the gaming experience through the Xbox app on Windows PCs, and the latest update makes that goal even more apparent. As confirmed in an official blog post, Windows 11 users enrolled in the Insider program now have access to a new version of the app—with one particularly game-changing feature.
The standout addition is support for third-party PC game platforms, allowing players to integrate titles from other stores directly into the Xbox app. While Microsoft hasn’t listed specific platforms just yet, screenshots shared in the announcement clearly show Battle.net integration. Notably, there’s no mention of Steam—the world’s largest PC game store—which may mean it won’t be available at launch. Still, it seems likely that Steam support could be added down the line.
If you’re curious to try it out, you can join the PC Gaming Preview via the Xbox Insider Hub on Windows 11. Once enrolled, you’ll be able to test the new features before they’re widely released.
Another major benefit: the updated app can automatically detect games installed from other platforms and list them in your Xbox app library. This means you can launch all your games—regardless of where they came from—within a single interface, without jumping between different game launchers. It’s a small change that could have a big impact on usability, especially for players who prefer a more streamlined experience.
Importantly, Microsoft has made this feature optional. If you prefer to keep your game libraries separate, you can simply turn it off. But for many, having everything in one place will be a welcome improvement—especially for those using devices like the Xbox Ally handheld console, where convenience and simplicity are key.
All in all, this update underscores Microsoft’s larger mission: to make Xbox a flexible, platform-wide ecosystem that puts players first, whether they’re on a console, a PC, or a portable device.
