Nuked Microsoft is opening its Xbox game bar on Windows today with a beta SDK to allow any developer to build custom widgets. We’ve seen Microsoft gradually improve the game bar with widgets, but it’s now opening it up fully today.
The XSplit integration will include access to Gamecaster tools without having to tab out of apps or games. The ability start or stop streams, chat to viewers, or check stream stats all within the overlay.
There’s also a Razer gold widget, which acts as a virtual wallet for Razer’s cryptocurrency.
Intel is also backing Microsoft’s Xbox game bar push. The widget will provide quick access to display settings and power profiles.
Custom widgets are an important step for the Xbox game bar. Nvidia’s ShadowPlay overlay can be used for broadcasting games.
