Top 22 C++ Xbox Projects

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1. react-native-windows

   1 71 16,897 9.8 C++

   A framework for building native Windows apps with React.

   

2. InfluxDB

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   InfluxDB – Built for High-Performance Time Series Workloads. InfluxDB 3 OSS is now GA. Transform, enrich, and act on time series data directly in the database. Automate critical tasks and eliminate the need to move data externally. Download now.

   

3. The-Forge

   2 36 5,180 6.9 C++

   The Forge Cross-Platform Framework PC Windows, Steamdeck (native), Ray Tracing, macOS / iOS, Android, XBOX, PS4, PS5, Switch, Quest 2

   

   Project mention: ConfettiFX the Forge 1.63 Released | news.ycombinator.com | 2025-03-24

4. DirectXTK

   3 13 2,699 8.6 C++

   The DirectX Tool Kit (aka DirectXTK) is a collection of helper classes for writing DirectX 11.x code in C++

   

   Project mention: C++ exception performance three years later | news.ycombinator.com | 2024-12-13

   Are there any benchmarks of Windows EH? The implementation is very different from DWARF/SJLJ EH and it would be interesting to see how they fare. I've seen some pretty exceptional claims for both sides of the argument (e.g. "[...] has no code impact for x64 native, ARM, or ARM64 platforms" [1]), but there's rarely if ever any data to back this up.

   [1] https://github.com/Microsoft/DirectXTK/wiki/throwIfFailed

5. Cxbx-Reloaded

   4 27 2,277 6.2 C++

   Xbox (Original) Emulator

   

6. DirectXTex

   5 10 1,960 8.6 C++

   DirectXTex texture processing library

   

7. DirectXMath

   6 16 1,678 7.8 C++

   DirectXMath is an all inline SIMD C++ linear algebra library for use in games and graphics apps

   

   Project mention: C Is Not Suited to SIMD | news.ycombinator.com | 2025-01-27

8. DirectXTK12

   7 6 1,615 8.6 C++

   The DirectX Tool Kit (aka DirectXTK12) is a collection of helper classes for writing DirectX 12 code in C++

   

9. Stream

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   Stream - Scalable APIs for Chat, Feeds, Moderation, & Video. Stream helps developers build engaging apps that scale to millions with performant and flexible Chat, Feeds, Moderation, and Video APIs and SDKs powered by a global edge network and enterprise-grade infrastructure.

   

10. xow

    8 87 1,434 2.7 C++

    Linux driver for the Xbox One wireless dongle

    

11. axmol

    9 4 1,123 9.6 C++

    Axmol Engine – A Multi-platform Engine for Desktop, XBOX (UWP) and Mobile games. (A fork of Cocos2d-x-4.0)

    

12. Gopher360

    10 6 975 0.0 C++

    Gopher360 is a free zero-config app that instantly turns your Xbox 360, Xbox One, or even DualShock controller into a mouse and keyboard. Just download, run, and relax.

    

13. area51

    11 1 547 5.3 C++

    Source code for Area 51 (2005)

    

14. rom-properties

    12 1 545 9.9 C++

    ROM Properties Page shell extension

    

15. ArduinoXInput

    13 14 386 4.2 C++

    XInput library for USB capable Arduino boards

    

16. jngl

    14 3 298 9.4 C++

    Easy to use cross-platform 2D game library for C++

    

    Project mention: Easy to use cross-platform 2D game library for C++ | news.ycombinator.com | 2025-02-19

17. Xbox-GDK-Samples

    15 1 282 4.8 C++

    Game development samples published by the Xbox Advanced Technology Group using the Microsoft GDK.

    

18. Xb2XInput

    16 13 121 0.0 C++

    XB2X: User-mode Windows driver for Xbox OG controllers, supporting both XInput and DirectInput.

    

19. switch-gdx

    17 2 100 4.2 C++

    A LibGDX Nintendo Switch Homebrew and Xbox/UWP backend

    

20. xbox-controller-button-remapper

    18 3 70 7.8 C++

    Xbox Controller Button Remapper (Xbox button and/or Share button)

    

21. Render Engine Infrastructure (REI)

    19 0 66 0.0 C++

    REI is a cross-platform rendering framework and a comprehensive graphics API. Adaptable to various platforms, including PC, consoles, and mobile. It simplifies porting, especially for games developed on custom or proprietary engines. Functions as a cross-platform API as well as a helper library for platform-specific API. (by Dragons-Lake)

    

22. xbox-iso-vfs

    20 1 51 3.2 C++

    Mount Xbox ISO files on Windows

    

23. Xbox-EEPROM-Utility

    21 4 22 2.9 C++

    Original Xbox EEPROM Dumper based on an ESP32 and ESP8266.

    

24. rocket-craft

    22 5 19 3.3 C++

    Based on UE 4.24 c++ & blueprint projects. One source all platforms! Game list: Race game BRM , FPShooter Hang3d , Survival zombie. Success build for window , html5 , android. Multiplatform.

    

25. SaaSHub

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    SaaSHub - Software Alternatives and Reviews. SaaSHub helps you find the best software and product alternatives

    

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  www.influxdata.com | 8 Jul 2025

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