Microsoft has started testing its own virtual mouse cursor inside its Xbox mode for Windows-based handhelds. The new Gamepad Cursor option provides a quick way to turn the left stick of a handheld like the Xbox Ally X into a virtual mouse.
While Asus has its own cursor as part of Armory Crate, Microsoft’s Gamepad Cursor lives inside its own Xbox mode in Windows 11, and it’s easy to activate from the Game Bar without having to use Armory Crate. Once activated, the Gamepad Cursor will turn your left stick into a mouse for precise control, or for apps that aren’t designed for controllers.
The left stick will scroll around a screen like a mous …
This sounds like an interesting development for Xbox users! The addition of a virtual mouse cursor could really enhance the gaming experience on handheld devices. Excited to see how it performs in practice!
Absolutely, it’s exciting to see how this could enhance gameplay and navigation for Xbox users. The virtual mouse cursor might also open up new possibilities for PC games that require more precision, making the Xbox experience even more versatile. It’ll be interesting to see how players adapt to it!