Microsoft has inadvertently revealed a potential new feature in an upcoming Xbox UI update that would allow players to view all their PC games installed via Steam, the Epic Games Store, and other platforms. This leak came to light through a blog post titled "Opening a Billion Doors with Xbox," which included an image showcasing Xbox Series X | S consoles alongside various devices. Upon closer examination, some device screens displayed a tab labeled "Steam."
This detail might have gone unnoticed, but it's significant given that Valve's Steam platform typically doesn't integrate directly with Microsoft's gaming hardware. The image was subsequently removed from the blog post, indicating that the Xbox team did not intend for this information to be public yet.
According to sources from The Verge, Microsoft is actively developing this UI update to connect users not only to their Steam libraries but also to other PC gaming storefronts. This feature would enable players to see all games installed on their PCs and identify which platform they were purchased from. However, Microsoft is still in the early stages of this development, so a rollout isn't expected anytime soon.
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The mention of Steam in an official Xbox UI mockup, even if accidental, is noteworthy. Over the past decade, Microsoft has increasingly brought its titles to PC and other platforms. Notable examples include Pentiment and Grounded on PS4, PS5, and Nintendo Switch, with rumors suggesting that the Master Chief Collection might eventually come to PlayStation.
Microsoft has been steadily merging the Xbox and PC gaming experiences. The recent "This is an Xbox" campaign highlights the diverse devices on which players can enjoy Xbox games. In an interview with Polygon last year, Xbox head Phil Spencer hinted at a future where PC stores like Itch.io and the Epic Games Store could be accessible on Xbox hardware.
Furthermore, reports suggest that Microsoft's next-generation Xbox, expected in 2027, will be more akin to a PC than any previous Xbox model.
