Windows 11 launches this October, and we’ve compiled all the essential information on it and put it right here, in this article, so you know what to expect from Microsoft’s newest operating system.
By 
Daniel
If you ask me, Windows 11 is a must for gamers.
Microsoft has finally done the unthinkable, they have acknowledged that users play games on their operating systems, and we’re not talking Solitaire and Minesweeper.
This is huge for Windows 11, as Microsoft has improved CPU and GPU performance, with early benchmarks showing a 7% GPU and 35% CPU performance gain over Windows 10 depending on PC hardware.
But, what makes Windows 11 so innovative when it comes to gaming? Well, keep reading, and we’ll tell you everything you need to know about Windows 11 and your games.
One big reason for the improved optimizations is a new Windows 11 feature called DirectStorage.
DirectStorage is a new technology that loads game assets much quicker, resulting in smoother frame rates, even in multiple monitor setups and when you’re multitasking.
It means that if you’re a Twitch or Youtube streamer, you can now go live without the fear of dropping frames due to rendering lag.
The feature is already integrated into the Xbox Series X and Series S consoles and has helped with loading times as data is transferred quicker from the NVMe SSD.
DirectStorage removes the CPU from the data transfer and gives the graphics card direct access to the SSD, meaning there is no bottleneck and the CPU can work on other things.
This new technology allows larger games, such as those that feature an open-world and MMOs, to load assets quicker without needing the graphics card to stop and wait for data.
Initially, Microsoft stated that DirectStorage would be a Windows 11 exclusive feature; however, they have come out and said that it will now be available on Windows 10 but would also be slower.
High-Dynamic Range (HDR) is a video imaging technique that makes light and dark graphics more detailed.
HDR offers a realistic experience as it can closely replicate what the human eye can see.
Games will feel more realistic and immersive thanks to the increased range of color and luminance, making lights seem warm and bright and shadows feel eerily dark.
Auto HDR will automatically update any game built using DirectX 11 and DirectX 12.
It means that all of your old favorites, such as Skyrim, DOOM 64, Rocket League, and DayZ, will all benefit from more realistic visuals.
However, they are not the only ones with more than 1000 games on the Microsoft Store also set to take advantage of HDR.
Note: To take full advantage of auto HDR, you will also need an HDR-capable TV or monitor.
In recent weeks, there has been so much talk about Trusted Platform Module (TPM) and what it means for Windows 11.
TPM is a chip that sits on your motherboard and protects sensitive information on your computers, such as unencrypted data and passwords.
However, it seems now that game developers require Windows 11 users to have TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot enabled to play their games.
The news first broke with RIOT as they announced the decision to force anyone playing VALORANT on Windows 11 to enable the features to ensure a trusted online platform for players.
The new anti-cheat measures mean that as well as being able to ban your account and IP address, companies can now ban your machine by using its TPM.
And, in case you’re wondering, that ban can not be erased or altered.
It may sound a little extreme, but if you’re not cheating and also done with complaining about hackers in your games, you can expect to see much fairer online lobbies very quickly.
You can read more about Windows 11 and gaming in a previous article of ours here.
The Microsoft Store is not new to the Windows operating systems, but with Windows 11, it comes packed with support for Win32, .NET, UWP, and Electron.
It even comes with themes and extensions for Microsoft Edge.
The new-look store puts it in line with mobile devices and the Xbox consoles, and on it you can find apps such as Disney+, TikTok, Zoom, and Adobe Creative Cloud.
The most important note on the new Microsoft Store is that it can now manage video game downloads and installations without taking you away from what you’re doing.
It does it all in a more streamlined and responsive experience.
Currently, on Windows 10, you need to download and install the Xbox app from the Microsoft Store, making accessing your games a slow and sometimes painful experience.
Windows 11 streamlines everything by directly integrating the Xbox app, xCloud, and Game Pass into the operating system.
When Windows 11 launches, you will be able to access the games, game pass, subscriptions, and Xbox socials straight from the OS.
One of the biggest and exciting announcements for me with Windows 11 was that Android apps would come integrated with the OS.
It’s massive news and means that you can now run Android apps and games natively on your Windows 11 PC without the need for extra software, and this includes sideloading Android APKs.
You can find the Amazon Appstore in the Microsoft Store. However, it won’t be available on October 5 when Windows 11 launches and instead will have a slight delay.
Along with integrated Android apps come improved desktop widgets and sidebars for Windows 11.
These widgets can be personalized by right-clicking on the taskbar, and you can add widgets for things such as weather, calendar, and even esports news.
The widgets are a way to improve your experience and again follow the mobile-focused feel that Microsoft has gone for with the Windows 11 OS.
The following are the minimum system requirements for running Windows 11:
Windows 11 minimum system requirements:
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