What is Edge for Gamers option and what can you do with it?

Another discovery was made by a Windows sleuth

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Updated onJanuary 26, 2024

updated onJanuary 26, 2024

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Microsoft is reportedly working on bringing a new feature that could enhance your gaming experience while browsing Windows 11’s natively built-in browser, Edge. The feature, called Edge for Gamers, is currently living inside the system of the Edge Canary channel.

The feature, as spotted by Windows enthusiast @Leopeva64, is a toggle on the Appearance page on Settings.

There is a new ‘Edge for Gamers’ toggle on the Appearance page (Canary), after enabling it you are automatically redirected to the themes section of the Add-ons Store and the Discord and Twitch apps are also automatically added to the Sidebar:pic.twitter.com/6KWdpk2hPQ

If you still remember, Microsoft unleashed a plethora of new powers toEdge for gamersback in 2022. The Xbox Cloud Gaming integration, the Clarity Boost to make games look crispier, the free access to Microsoft’s popular games through the browser, and the efficiency mode are just a few things to name.

Being an insider-only feature, however, means we may need a little more time before this option arrives for general users. Its competitor in the gaming browser landscape,Opera GX, is also something you don’t want to miss.

What can you do with the Edge for Gamers option?

As you can see on the screenshot, the toggle saysLevel up your experience in and out of the game with a gaming homepage, sidebar apps for gamers, efficiency mode for PC gaming, dark mode, gaming themes, and more.

But wait, there’s more! The Sidebar receives an upgrade too. As if by magic, the Discord and Twitch apps are seamlessly added, allowing you to access these popular platforms without any extra effort easily.

That’s not all. The Edge for Gamers toggle also takes care of some additional settings for you. The dark mode is enabled automatically, creating a sleek and immersive interface perfectly suited for gaming.

Furthermore, the toggle to improve the PC gaming experience is turned on, ensuring that your gaming sessions are optimized for the best performance possible. And we also have a dedicated article includingDualSense Edge settings for gaming, so make sure to take a closer look.

What do you think about Microsoft’s plan to bring Edge for Gamers toggle? Let us know in the comments!

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