Microsoft Expands Xbox Full Screen Experience to MSI Claw Handhelds

Microsoft has expanded the Xbox Full Screen Experience (FSE), a controller-optimized, clean interface initially launched on the Asus ROG Xbox Ally, to MSI Claw handheld gaming devices through Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7051. This interface offers improved navigation, reduced background task usage, and enhanced gaming performance, with users reporting smoother gameplay and faster load times on games like Cyberpunk 2077 and Forza Horizon 5. While some testers praise the update as a "game-changer," others report issues such as inconsistent controller mappings, sleep mode problems, and conflicts between the Xbox app and MSI Center. Microsoft plans to extend FSE support to additional OEM handhelds in the coming months, signaling a broader push to make Windows more console-like on portable gaming hardware and compete with platforms like SteamOS. Enabling the feature requires joining the Windows Insider Program and updating to the specified build, after which the mode can be activated via the Settings menu. Early adoption feedback highlights both the potential and current limitations of the FSE as it continues to evolve in its preview phase.