<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">Microsoft confirms it's not abandoning the home console market and teases a partnership with AMD for next-gen Xbox consoles.Speculation arises about Microsoft bridging the gap between gaming PCs and consoles with a Windows-powered Xbox.Hardware and interface developments have been blurring the line between PC and console gaming for years.The Asus Xbox ROG Ally featuring Windows 11 hints at a convergence of Windows and Xbox experience.Microsoft could introduce a Windows-based Xbox console with access to a vast library of Windows games.Consideration given to licensing the Xbox interface to other manufacturers for living room gaming hardware.Pros and cons discussed for Microsoft including compatibility, competition, and revenue models in this strategy.A Windows-focused Xbox could boost Microsoft's position in the home console gaming market against competitors.Microsoft's current struggles with Xbox sales contrast with its strong presence in the PC gaming realm.The article highlights the potential benefits of merging PC and console gaming through a Windows-based Xbox.