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AppWizard

June 24, 2025

Xbox Officially Adds Steam Integration Via New PC App Feature

Xbox has begun rolling out Steam integration within the Xbox PC app as part of the Aggregated Gaming Library, allowing players to access games from Xbox, Game Pass, Battle.net, and other PC storefronts in one place. Users will need the respective launchers installed, but games will automatically populate in the Xbox app. The feature is currently available to Xbox Insiders in the PC Gaming Preview and will be accessible on the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X later this holiday season. Users can disable certain storefronts through the app's settings, and there are plans to expand support to more storefronts in the future.

AppWizard

June 24, 2025

Microsoft adds Steam game support to its Xbox PC app with new update

The revamped Xbox app on PC has introduced an 'aggregated gaming library' feature, allowing users to manage all their installed games from a single interface. This feature is currently available for Xbox Insiders and supports various platforms, including Xbox, Game Pass, Battle.net, and other leading PC storefronts. The app will display games from supported storefronts under the My Library and Most Recent sections. Users can customize their experience by disabling the feature or hiding games from specific stores. The feature is set to debut this holiday season on the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, with plans for Microsoft to expand support for additional PC storefronts over time.

AppWizard

June 24, 2025

Steam games come to the Xbox app in latest beta

Microsoft is integrating PC games into the Xbox PC app, starting with access to the Steam library. The updated Xbox app, available through the “Insider Hub” program, allows users to see games from supported PC storefronts in their library. However, some users have reported issues with the app not recognizing their Steam games. Microsoft plans to integrate additional PC storefronts in the future. This development coincides with the upcoming launch of the ROG Xbox Ally, a handheld gaming device running Windows 11, which aims to compete with the Steam Deck. This move reflects Microsoft's strategy to focus on software and services over hardware sales.

AppWizard

June 24, 2025

Microsoft tests Xbox app with Battle.net integration — updated app brings third-party game library aggregation

Microsoft is testing a new Xbox app for PC among Xbox Insiders, which will aggregate installed games from various third-party storefronts into a single interface. This feature will debut with the ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X handhelds later this year. The initiative is part of Microsoft's strategy to transition Xbox from a console-centric brand to a service-oriented platform, aligning with the Game Pass initiative for both Xbox and PC users. Microsoft is optimizing Windows 11 for third-party handheld devices instead of developing its own Xbox handheld. While a widespread launch of the aggregated library feature has not been announced, initial rollout with the ROG Ally handhelds is expected during the holiday season, with broader support potentially arriving by the end of this year or in 2026.

AppWizard

June 24, 2025

Microsoft tests aggregated game libraries with Steam games on the Xbox app ahead of its handheld release

Microsoft is testing a new aggregated game library within the Xbox PC app for Windows 11 PCs and handheld devices, which allows Xbox Insiders to view their Steam and Battle.net games directly in the app. This feature will automatically populate the ‘My Library’ section when games from supported storefronts are installed. It aims to streamline access to game libraries, particularly for Windows-based handhelds, and is inspired by the success of the Steam Deck. The feature is currently available for testing and is expected to launch alongside Microsoft's gaming handhelds later this year, with plans for broader rollout to other Windows-based handheld devices.

AppWizard

June 24, 2025

Xbox App For PC Now Integrates Your Steam Games

The Xbox App on PC is integrating purchased games from various storefronts, including Steam, currently available only to Xbox Insider program members. This update transforms the Xbox App into a universal launcher for titles from multiple PC gaming storefronts. Microsoft aims to position Xbox as a universal gaming hub in response to competition, with the PlayStation 5 selling 61.7 million units compared to the Xbox Series consoles' 28.3 million units as of September 2024. Microsoft plans a next-generation gaming platform covering consoles, handheld devices, PCs, and cloud gaming. There is speculation about an Xbox-branded Meta Quest 3S headset, and Xbox President Sarah Bond highlighted collaboration between the Xbox division and the Windows team to make Windows the top gaming platform. Future Xbox iterations may resemble gaming PCs, as indicated by the Asus ROG Xbox Ally handheld introduction.

AppWizard

June 24, 2025

The Xbox PC app will soon integrate your various game libraries into one place

Microsoft is transforming the Xbox PC app into a comprehensive gaming hub for players, allowing access to a newly aggregated gaming library for Windows 11 PCs and handheld devices. Xbox Insiders in the PC Gaming Preview will gain early access to this feature, which will debut on the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X during the holiday season. The update aims to consolidate games from various platforms, including Game Pass and Battle.net, into a single interface. When a game is installed from a supported PC storefront, it will automatically appear in the Xbox PC app's 'My library' and 'Most recent' list. Users can curate their libraries by hiding or excluding specific storefronts. Currently, this rollout is exclusive to the Xbox Insider Program. Microsoft is also rumored to be working on unifying its console, PC, and handheld platforms.

AppWizard

June 23, 2025

Microsoft adds Steam games to its Xbox PC app on Windows

Xbox Insiders will soon have access to a new aggregated gaming library within the Xbox PC app on Windows, allowing them to view Steam and Battle.net games alongside Xbox titles. This feature aims to centralize PC gaming and streamline the experience by automatically adding games from supported storefronts to the user's library. Future updates are expected to include support for additional PC storefronts. Users can join the Xbox Insider program by downloading the Xbox Insider Hub and enrolling in the PC gaming preview, with options to manage game visibility in the app's settings.

AppWizard

June 23, 2025

Xbox App For PC Adds Aggregated Gaming Library in Preview

Microsoft is testing the integration of games from various digital storefronts, including Steam, into its Xbox app for PC, creating a new aggregated library accessible on the upcoming ROG Xbox Ally devices. This feature is available to Xbox Insiders in the PC Gaming preview starting today. The library will include titles from platforms like Battle.net, Epic Games Store, and GOG, allowing users to view all installed games in one place. Users must join the PG Gaming Preview via the Xbox Insider Hub to participate in testing. Additionally, the Xbox app for PC will introduce a new section this month for better game discovery, featuring games from Microsoft and third-party publishers on Game Pass.

Winsage

June 10, 2025

Xbox’s new handheld is a surprisingly comfortable way to play Gears

The Xbox Ally X is a new handheld gaming device developed in collaboration with Asus, positioned as an alternative to the Steam Deck and the upcoming Switch 2. It includes the ROG Xbox Ally and the Xbox Ally X. The device is noted for its comfort, with hand grips designed to resemble an Xbox controller, making it more enjoyable to hold compared to the Steam Deck. During a demonstration, gameplay with Gears of War: Reloaded was smooth, and the ergonomic design of the Ally X potentially improved performance. The device's weight is comparable to the Steam Deck, and it offers a significant difference in comfort during extended play sessions. The user interface and navigation between Xbox and Steam games remain unexplored, but the device's comfort and portability suggest it could be a favored option for on-the-go gaming.