How to Remove Xbox Completely from Windows 10 for Good

Removing the Xbox app from Windows 10 can be a bit tricky since it is integrated deeply into the operating system, but it is possible with the right steps. Here’s a detailed guide on how to remove Xbox completely from Windows 10.

Understanding the Xbox App and Its Components

The Xbox app on Windows 10 includes several components such as the Xbox Game Bar, Xbox Console Companion, and various overlays. Each of these components serves different purposes, but if you don’t use them, they can be considered bloatware taking up space on your PC.

Removing the Xbox App via PowerShell

Since the Xbox app does not have a traditional uninstall option, you will need to use PowerShell to remove it. Here’s how you can do it:

Open PowerShell as Administrator:
- Press the Windows Key or click on the Start menu.
- Type "PowerShell" and right-click on the result to select "Run as administrator".
Identify and Remove the Xbox App:
- In the PowerShell window, type the following command to remove the Xbox app:
```
Get-AppxPackage Microsoft.XboxApp | Remove-AppxPackage
```
- If you encounter an error, you can try a more general command:
```
Get-AppxPackage *xboxapp* | Remove-AppxPackage
```
- This command will remove the main Xbox app from your system.
Remove Additional Xbox-Related Apps:

Besides the main Xbox app, there are other related apps that you might want to remove. Here are the commands to remove them:

Get-AppxPackage Microsoft.Xbox.TCUI | Remove-AppxPackage
Get-AppxPackage Microsoft.XboxGameOverlay | Remove-AppxPackage
Get-AppxPackage Microsoft.XboxGamingOverlay | Remove-AppxPackage
Get-AppxPackage Microsoft.XboxIdentityProvider | Remove-AppxPackage
Get-AppxPackage Microsoft.XboxSpeechToTextOverlay | Remove-AppxPackage

If any of these commands fail, you can modify them by replacing "Microsoft" with a wildcard, for example:
```
Get-AppxPackage *xboxgameoverlay* | Remove-AppxPackage
```
These commands will remove various Xbox-related overlays and services.

Disabling the Game Bar

If you want to disable the Game Bar, which is a component of the Xbox app, you can do so through the settings:

Open Game Bar Settings:
- Press the Windows Key or click on the Start menu.
- Type "game bar settings" and open the result.
Disable Game Bar:
- In the Game Bar settings, find the option that says "Record game clips, screenshots, and broadcasting using Game Bar."
- Move the slider to the "Off" position to disable the Game Bar. This will also disable the Win+G shortcut.
Change Keyboard Shortcuts:

If you need to use the Win+G shortcut for another application, you can change it in the Game Bar settings.
Go to "Game bar > Keyboard shortcuts" and adjust the shortcuts as needed.

Using DISM for Advanced Removal

If you prefer using the Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) tool, you can also remove the Xbox app packages using it:

Open Command Prompt or PowerShell as Administrator:
- Press the Windows Key or click on the Start menu.
- Type "cmd.exe" or "PowerShell" and right-click on the result to select "Run as administrator".

List Xbox Packages:

Use the following command to list the Xbox packages:

dism /Online /Get-ProvisionedAppxPackages | Select-String PackageName | Select-String xbox

Get-ProvisionedAppxPackage -Online | Where-Object { $_.PackageName -match "xbox" }

This will show you the Xbox packages installed on your system.

Remove Xbox Packages:

Once you have identified the packages, you can remove them using the following commands:

Get-ProvisionedAppxPackage -Online | Where-Object { $_.PackageName -match "xbox" } | Remove-ProvisionedAppxPackage -Online

This will remove the specified Xbox packages from your system.

Post-Removal Steps

After removing the Xbox app and its components, you may need to restart your computer to ensure all changes take effect. Some leftover files might remain, but these can be manually deleted using a search tool or system cleaner.

Restoring the Xbox App

If you decide you want to restore the Xbox app, you can reinstall it from the Microsoft Store. However, be aware that major Windows updates may reinstall the app, so you might need to repeat the removal process after such updates.