Microsoft’s Xbox Copilot Launches Globally on Windows 11 PCs
▼ Summary
– Microsoft’s Gaming Copilot is now rolling out to all Windows 11 users globally, except mainland China, after a limited preview last month.
– The AI assistant will be integrated into the Windows Game Bar and will also launch on the Xbox mobile app for iOS and Android next month.
– It features a voice mode and uses game screenshots to answer questions, allowing players to interact without leaving their game.
– The tool provides game recommendations, displays recent Xbox achievements, and will be optimized for upcoming Xbox Ally handheld devices and consoles.
– Microsoft aims for it to evolve into an AI gaming coach, offering tips and support, as demonstrated with Overwatch 2 hero recommendations.
Microsoft’s new Xbox Copilot has officially begun its global rollout on Windows 11 PCs, expanding access to gamers worldwide outside of mainland China. This AI-powered gaming assistant, which debuted in preview just last month, is now gradually appearing within the Windows Game Bar, offering real-time support without interrupting gameplay.
According to Taylor O’Malley, principal program manager at Xbox, the feature will soon extend to the Xbox mobile app on iOS and Android next month. This means players can engage with Copilot on a second screen, keeping their focus squarely on the action.
The tool integrates as a widget in the Game Bar and supports voice commands, allowing users to interact hands-free. One standout capability is its use of in-game screenshots to provide context-aware answers, ask about a challenging boss or puzzle, and Copilot understands what’s on screen.
Beyond answering questions, Gaming Copilot delivers personalized game recommendations and displays recent Xbox achievements. Microsoft also has plans to tailor the experience for its upcoming Xbox Ally handheld devices, with console integration expected in the near future.
Looking further ahead, Microsoft envisions Copilot evolving into a full-fledged AI gaming coach. It’s designed to act as a digital sidekick, offering tips and strategies during play. Early demonstrations showed it recommending hero selections in Overwatch 2 based on team composition, hinting at its potential to enhance competitive gameplay.
(Source: The Verge)
