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AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication

Managing Editor Richard Devine of Windows Central advises Windows 11 users who run the Xbox app with games that are not part of the Xbox ecosystem to enable the Game Bar widget. He explains that the widget provides essential controls—such as quick launch, performance overlay, and audio mixing—that the Xbox app otherwise lacks for third‑party titles. Devine notes that the widget integrates seamlessly with the Xbox app’s overlay, allowing users to monitor frame rates, adjust volume, and capture screenshots without leaving the game. He also highlights that the feature works across both native Windows games and those launched through the Xbox app, ensuring a consistent experience regardless of the game’s source. The recommendation aims to improve usability and streamline gameplay on Windows 11.