Find gpu = "any" and change to "d3d12" or "vulkan" depending on your hardware.

Only download xenia.exe from official sources like or their GitHub repository . Avoid third-party "DirectApp" sites that offer suspicious .exe installers, as these often contain malware or unwanted adware.

Ensure your game files are in .iso , .xex , or .zs format.

Vulkan 1.1 or D3D12 compatible (NVIDIA 10-series or newer recommended).

This guide outlines how to download and set up the emulator (build 0136109781 / 1579219561) using the DirectApp executable. Xenia is an open-source research project for emulating Xbox 360 games on Windows. Step 1: System Requirements