You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites correctly. You should upgrade or use an alternative browser.
controller-first login
About this tag
The controller-first login tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about handheld gaming PCs like the ASUS ROG Ally and Ally X, which prioritize gamepad navigation over traditional keyboard and mouse input. Topics include Windows 11 optimizations for controller-first interfaces, such as the Xbox Game Bar and touch-friendly UI elements, as well as the broader strategy to make Windows a viable gaming OS for portable devices. Users explore how these devices handle login, authentication, and system navigation using only a controller, highlighting the shift toward console-like experiences on PC hardware.
As the curtain lifted on the Xbox Showcase, few expected that Microsoft and ASUS were about to rewrite the rules for portable PC gaming. The unveiling of the Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X—products of the ambitious Project Keenan—was more than a hardware launch. It marked the beginning of a...