How to Remove Xbox Game Bar in Windows 10 and Windows 11

Xbox Game Bar is a built-in feature in Windows 10 and Windows 11 designed for gamers. It allows you to capture gameplay, take screenshots, and access various gaming tools. However, not everyone finds it useful. If you want to remove Xbox Game Bar from your system, this guide will show you how to do it quickly and safely.

Why Remove Xbox Game Bar?

Many users choose to remove Xbox Game Bar because it can:

  • Consume system resources, which may slow down performance, especially on lower-end PCs.
  • Display notifications and pop-ups during gameplay or work.
  • Create unnecessary files and take up storage space.

Method 1: Uninstalling via PowerShell

The most effective way to remove Xbox Game Bar is by using the PowerShell command line. Follow these steps:

  1. Press Win + X and select PowerShell (Admin) or Command Prompt (Admin).
  2. Enter the following command and press Enter:
Get-AppxPackage Microsoft.XboxGamingOverlay | Remove-AppxPackage

This command will completely uninstall Xbox Game Bar from your system.

Reinstalling Xbox Game Bar

If you decide to bring Xbox Game Bar back, you can easily reinstall it via the Microsoft Store. Just search for the app and click "Install."

Method 2: Disabling Xbox Game Bar Through Settings

If you don't want to uninstall the app completely, you can disable it instead:

  1. Open Settings using Win + I.
  2. Go to the Gaming section and select Xbox Game Bar.
  3. Toggle off the switch for "Open Xbox Game Bar using this button on a controller."

With this setting disabled, the app will not launch automatically, and you won't see pop-up notifications.

Method 3: Removing Xbox Game Bar Using Registry Editor

For advanced users, the Registry Editor provides another way to disable Xbox Game Bar. Please note that modifying the registry can impact system stability, so it's a good idea to back up your registry before making changes:

  1. Press Win + R, type regedit, and hit Enter.
  2. Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\GameDVR.
  3. Find the AppCaptureEnabled key and set its value to 0.

After this change, Xbox Game Bar will be disabled and won't interfere with your activities.