Microsoft is rolling out the Xbox app to Arm-based Windows 11 PCs, allowing users to download and play Xbox PC games locally on these devices. The update brings access to a large part of the Xbox Game Pass PC catalogue on Arm-powered Copilot+ PCs, alongside continued support for cloud gaming where local compatibility is limited. Microsoft has also announced a new game save sync indicator, cloud gaming support for select smart TVs.
Players can now download and enjoy a wide range of titles from the Xbox PC app game catalog on Arm-based Windows 11 PCs. Today, more than 85% of the Game Pass catalog is compatible with these PCs, and Microsoft is actively working with partners to expand support even further. For titles not yet supported running locally, Xbox Cloud Gaming remains an easy way to jump in while it works with partners to broaden compatibility.
Since releasing the Xbox app to Windows and Xbox Insiders and listening to the gaming community, platform updates were implemented to expand compatibility. Prism, the emulator that runs x86/x64 software on Arm, now supports AVX and AVX2, which helps expand compatibility for many modern games.
Windows and Xbox continue to collaborate across the gaming community, OEMs, silicon innovators and game studios to expand catalog compatibility and deliver a consistently great Windows gaming experience. The focus remains on improving compatibility, enhancing performance and delivering experiences that make it easy to jump in and play.
