Windows 11 Xbox mode gets controller-friendly power menu and battery widget

Microsoft is testing a refreshed Gaming Task View in Windows 11's Xbox mode with a navigation bar for exiting to the desktop and accessing power options via controller. A Battery Status widget showing charge for the PC and connected accessories is also rolling out to Windows Insiders.

• Gaming Task View adds Exit to Desktop and Power Options buttons
• Power menu offers lock, sign out, shut down and restart
• Battery Status widget shows PC and peripheral charge in one place
• Features roll out in builds 26340.9750 and 26220.9739