Alas, have you ever found yourself in the midst of a game, only to be stumped and seek solace in the arms of a browser for guidance? Fear not, for you are not alone in this quest for wisdom. According to Microsoft, a staggering 88% of PC players have embarked on this very journey. Verily, it is a common plight among gamers, seeking answers in the digital realm (source: Microsoft).
Behold, Microsoft hath unveiled a noble solution known as Edge Game Assist, a magnificent in-game browser akin to Steam’s overlay, yet bearing a unique twist. This wondrous creation is none other than a gaming-optimized version of Microsoft Edge, gracefully appearing upon your game in Game Bar. The marvel lies in its ability to discern the game you play, offering tips to aid thee in thy endeavors (though as of now, this feature is limited to a select few games). Furthermore, thou shalt find joy in accessing thy browsing data from the standard Edge version, eliminating the need for repeated logins. Thus, the sanctity of thy browsing history shall remain intact, whether on thy phone or PC.
Lo and behold, Game Assist doth bestow upon thee the same blessings as other in-game overlays, allowing thee to affix it to thy screen and partake in walkthroughs for the most treacherous of paths (such as facing Elizabeth in Persona 3). Furthermore, thou hast the power to summon apps like Spotify and Discord from the sacred sidebar, enhancing thy gaming experience to new heights.
Shouldst thou wish to embark on this grand adventure yourself, Game Assist (Preview) beckons thee to Windows 11, albeit in its beta form. Grasp tightly onto Microsoft Edge Beta 132 to venture forth, yet be wary of potential instability and game crashes. With a simple press of Windows + G, the gateway to Game Assist shall swing open before thee, leading to untold possibilities.
As of now, only a mouse and keyboard shall accompany thee on thy quest with Game Assist. Nevertheless, Microsoft hath declared intentions to bring forth support for controllers and handheld devices in the days to come. Could this herald the arrival of Game Assist upon Xbox Cloud Streaming platforms like the ROG Ally? Only time will unveil the answer to this tantalizing question.
