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Published onFebruary 12, 2019

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Gamers, are you ready?Windows10 Gaming Edition is going to be the future version ofWindows10. Satya Nadella, the CEO of Microsoft declaredPC gamingholds great importance in the consumer strategy of the company.

But it seems likeWindows10 Standard Edition failed to grab the attention of PC gamers with its features such as a free game recording tool, Game Mode, andDirectX 12.

Recently, theWindows10 users used the platform ofXBOX IDEASto demand aWindows10 Gaming Edition from Microsoft. The idea “Create a Version ofWindowsSpecifically forGaming” has been a huge success that got around 3,168 votes from the Microsoft gaming community recently.

Most of the other users have shared their opinions and suggestions on the platform. The gaming community welcomed theidea, shared their suggestions and provided a lot of solutions for the implementation of the Gaming version ofWindows.

Windows 10 Gaming Edition potential features

Most of the users came up with a different suggestion about the look and feel along with the features ofWindows10 Gaming Editions. Some of them think that the new version should be a cross between a server and a desktop.

It should be available with just a minimalistic version of apps and services that are required for the gamers. While they should be able to start services and install apps according to their requirements.

This version ofWindowsshould be able to control the fan speed, especially for the most demanding games. It willcool down the CPUand the RAM specifically onlow end PCs.

Furthermore, the users will also be able to control monitor preferences, sound preferences, custom game profiles, overclocking and much more.

Here are some of the major recommendation that should be considered byMicrosoft for a Windows10 Gamers Edition.

1. Minimalist GUI

We know that the GUI takes a lot of RAM memory, so the Gamer’s Edition should have a minimalist User Interface. The minimalist design would help thegamesto launch faster and it would be easier to manage as well.

TheWindows 10 lock screenshould have recentgames, achievements, friend activity, messages and Xbox Live activity. A full-screen game launcher should also be available by default.

It will allow the users to launchgamesfrom other sources as well, apart from the Microsoft Store. Furthermore, the Gaming PC can be made more powerful by optimizing it for both controller and mouse-and-keyboard input.

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2. Unified Game App

A Game app can be developed similar to theWindowsMail that would be able to link multiple accounts from different sources including GoG Galaxy, Steam, Uplay, Epic, Origin etc.

It app would not have to implement the entire functionality of thegamebut rather it would just provide necessary features necessary for starting thegameand log accumulated time played. Moreover, the actual client would be handling the achievements and other stats etc.

3. Windows Defender

Currently, theWindowsDefender isconsuming a lot of CPU powerwhile running in the background. Sometimes, it chews away memory from thegameso that thegamebecomes unplayable in such situations.

A more minimalist version of the PC should be launched that should not be allowed to show notifications or grab the focus during thefull-screen mode.

4. Advanced Hardware Monitoring

Some of thegameshave the ability to ensure peak performance on the systems by mapping macros and graphic card settings. Keeping in mind those requirements, the users demanded the automated settings from theoperating systembased on both hardware and gaming specifications. It will save the users from manually configuring on each installation ofWindows.

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4. Cut down in Processes

This is one of the most highly demanded features that need to be considered by Microsoft. While agameis running in a full-screen mode inWindows10, all of the non-essential should automatically go into the “Suspend” mode.

The system should be able to prioritize thegamein a way that no other program should be able to grab CPU or GPU power.

5. Manual Driver Updates

Most of the times we are forced to download the driver update or they are being automatically downloaded by the PC. So, theWindows10 Gaming Edition should restrict the NVidia, AMD,Windowsto download and install updates.

6. Hardware & Software Specifications

The hardware specification for theWindows10 Gaming Editions should be the following: theoperating systemshould be 10-20 GB in size.

The Software specifications include: Steam, Settings & Control Panel, a lightweight version ofWindowsDefender, Microsoft Store, along with some of the importantOScomponents.

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Alternative Recommendations

Some of the users didn’t like theideaof a dedicated gaming version ofWindows10. According to them, they should not have to waste a lot of money on a version that is not going to allow them to do anything else in the future.

Moreover, they will have to spare a PC for theWindows10 Gamers Edition that is also not a feasible option for a few of them.

Instead, those users who were against theideasuggested some alternative options be implemented along with theWindows10 Desktop Editions.

Boot Option (Gaming Mode)

Most of the users were not in favor of a dedicatedWindows10 Gaming Edition so instead they suggested a new boot option “gaming mode”. It would allow the computer to boot directly into a dedicated gaming mode.

The system would be able to make full use of system resources by disabling all processes and components that are not required forgaming. A separate boot option will be perfect for those who use the same PC for work and gaming.

Alternative Startup Option

An alternative start-up option is another suggestion that can also be considered by the tech giant. It states that the gamers should be able to add some alternative start-up options in theWindowsSettings.

Rather than logging into the normalWindows10 desktop, it will allow the users to run a particular app (Origin, Steam or Battle.net) or a game right at a start-up. Once the app is launched the users will be able to launch, purchase, update, uninstall, chat etc.

Hence all the features will be available at one place along with a mouse and controller support. While theWindowswill log off as soon as the app is closed.

Take Aways

Keeping in view the fact that thePC gamingbusiness is expected to grow in future while there might be a decline in the overall PC market. It’s the right time for Microsoft to jump into the development phase to meet the demands of its users.

Just like theWindows Lite Edition, Microsoft needs to make PC Gaming a primary focus inWindows10 Gaming Editionrather than just a feature in theoperating system. This version is going to be specifically tailored and optimized for the gamers.

It is definitely going to help most of the gamers to get rid of most of the unnecessary elements.

All the PC Gamers out there! Comment down below if you have any suggestions for theWindows10 Gaming Editions.

With KB5043178 to Release Preview Channel, Microsoft advises Windows 11 users to plug in when the battery is low#

Copilot in Outlook will generate personalized themes for you to customize the app#

Microsoft will raise the price of its 365 Suite to include AI capabilities#

Death Stranding Director’s Cut is now Xbox X|S at a huge discount#

Outlook will let users create custom account icons so they can tell their accounts apart easier#

Windows 10 Gaming Edition might be the next Windows 10 OS version#

Windows 10 Gaming Edition potential features#

1. Minimalist GUI#

2. Unified Game App#

3. Windows Defender#

4. Advanced Hardware Monitoring#

4. Cut down in Processes#

5. Manual Driver Updates#

6. Hardware & Software Specifications#

Alternative Recommendations#

Take Aways#