Microsoft is making its Windows Game Bar more handheld-friendly

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Microsoft is now testing a new compact mode for its Game Bar on Windows. Xbox Insiders can start testing the new mode right now.

Microsoft is starting to test a new compact version of its Game Bar with Xbox Insiders today. Similar to the Xbox app on Windows PCs, the Game Bar is getting its own compact mode that is designed for smaller screens, Windows-powered handhelds, and even for when you’re playing on a PC with a controller.

” The home widget in the compact Game Bar lets you view any recent or currently running games, and you can even quit games from here, too — ideal if you’re using a controller. You can also quickly access widget options using a controller and this compact mode or access the widget store to get additional features for the Game Bar. Microsoft is testing this new compact mode for the Game Bar with Xbox Insiders today, and you can sign up to test it and then enable the new mode under settings.

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