Microsoft’s testing a handy Game Pass widget on Windows 11

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It will be easier to find out which games are coming to PC Game Pass with the new Windows 11widget. The window into the service's game library is supposed to be provided by the widget, which is only available to Windows Insider testers.

A Game PassWidget indicates that Microsoft is experimenting with other applications that aren't so boring as the weather, a calendar, and the news. Adding Game Pass might be a good way to promote the subscription service and shake up the widgets board, since Windows 11 is supposed to support third-partyWidgets eventually.

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The Game Pass allows you to see which games are coming and going, as well as displaying games from different categories. A way for you to sign in to your Xbox account and boot up a recently played game is one of the things Microsoft is working on.

If you are a Windows 11 tester, you can add the Game Pass widget by clicking the plus icon next to your user profile. If you hit the "plus" icon next to Game Pass, you'll be able to see thewidget on your board.