Windows on Arm Xbox App Gains Native Game Download Support
Microsoft is taking a significant step toward significantly improving the functionality of the Xbox app on Windows on Arm devices. With the new update, ARM64-compatible games will be downloaded directly to the devices. This feature is currently available for testing by users in the Windows Insider program.
Xbox Games Can Now Be Played Locally on Windows on Arm
Previously, games on Qualcomm-powered devices like the Surface Pro 12 could only be played through the Xbox app via the Xbox Cloud Gaming service. This meant games were streamed over the internet, not installed locally. With the new update, some ARM64 games from the PC Game Pass or Xbox Game Pass Ultimate libraries can be downloaded directly to these devices and played offline.
Microsoft states that its Windows and Xbox teams are working together on this project. The goal is to make the widest possible selection of games in the Game Pass catalog compatible with ARM-based Windows 11 devices. The company also plans to develop new features in the coming months to enable more games to run on Arm-based systems.
The ARM64 version of the Xbox app was initially released in 2022. However, at the time, very few games were natively compiled for Windows on Arm. Now, users can check which games are compatible on the Windows on Arm Ready website. This step is considered a significant milestone for making the ecosystem more accessible and competitive.
It appears that Microsoft aims to make Windows on Arm devices more attractive by leveraging both its cloud gaming service and its native gaming experience on the same platform. This development will be a significant innovation, especially for users seeking high-performance gaming on portable and lightweight devices.
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