> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://devdocs.xbox.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Foundation Mode onboarding

> Set up PlayFab Foundation Mode for your XBOX game: request preview access in Game Manager, create a title, and link your Partner Center account.

This article shows you how to set up Foundation Mode for your game. You'll request access to the preview, create a title in Foundation Mode, and link your Partner Center account.

## Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure you have:

* A [PlayFab developer account](/services/playfab/identity/dev-identity/pfab-account) signed in with a [Microsoft Entra ID account](/services/playfab/identity/dev-identity/authentication/aad-authentication)
* A game that you're shipping or planning to ship on XBOX
* A [Partner Center account](https://developer.microsoft.com/en-GB/games/publish) (or create one during this process)

## Request access to the preview

<Info>
  During the preview, Foundation Mode is available for **new titles only**. You can't migrate existing titles at this time. A migration path for existing titles is planned, targeting June 2026.
</Info>

During the preview period, you need to request access before you can create titles in Foundation Mode.

1. Sign in to [Game Manager](https://developer.playfab.com/) with your Microsoft Entra ID account.
2. Navigate to your studio settings and select the Preview Features tab. You must have admin privileges for this tab to be visible. Studio settings can be reached from the home screen, select the three dots (...) menu on your studio. <img src="https://mintcdn.com/microsoft-4404708b/iADzli99B7EWodAv/images/services/playfab/get-started/foundation-onboarding/studio-settings-menu.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=iADzli99B7EWodAv&q=85&s=2bf0aed410089970a632b0b926306197" alt="Screenshot of the Game Manager My Studios page showing the three-dots menu on a studio with the Studio settings option highlighted." width="800" height="600" data-path="images/services/playfab/get-started/foundation-onboarding/studio-settings-menu.png" /> <img src="https://mintcdn.com/microsoft-4404708b/iADzli99B7EWodAv/images/services/playfab/get-started/foundation-onboarding/preview-features-tab.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=iADzli99B7EWodAv&q=85&s=f1e29fe39894a0de14bd9a915112a6be" alt="Screenshot of the Studio Settings page with the Preview Features tab selected, showing Foundation Mode." width="1400" height="800" data-path="images/services/playfab/get-started/foundation-onboarding/preview-features-tab.png" />
3. Select  **Foundation Mode** and complete the request form.
4. Wait for approval. Once approved, the Foundation Mode card on the Preview Features tab displays an **Approved** badge.

<Note>
  The **Approved** badge appears on the Foundation Mode card in your studio's Preview Features tab, not on any individual title. Existing titles in your studio don't convert to Foundation Mode and don't display a Foundation Mode indicator. To use Foundation Mode, follow [Create a title in Foundation Mode](#create-a-title-in-foundation-mode) to create a new title.
</Note>

## Create a Partner Center account

If you don't already have a Partner Center account, create one to use Foundation Mode.

1. Go to the [XBOX developer onboarding hub](https://developer.microsoft.com/en-GB/games/publish).
2. Follow the steps to create your developer account.
3. Complete the account verification process.

## Create a title in Foundation Mode

If your studio is onboarded to the Foundation Mode Preview, you can create new titles in Foundation Mode.

1. Sign in to [Game Manager](https://developer.playfab.com/) with your Microsoft Entra ID account.
2. Select your studio.
3. Select **New Title**.
4. Enter a name and select the correct studio for your title.
5. Link your new PlayFab Title to an existing Seller ID and Product ID in Partner Center. These fields automatically populate based on the Microsoft Entra ID used to sign in to PlayFab.
6. Select **Create Title**.

Your new title is now set up in Foundation Mode with access to all included features.

## Support during preview

If you encounter any issues, [file a support ticket](/services/playfab/pricing/support#support-ticket-submission).

## Next steps

Now that you are set up in Foundation Mode, start building your game:

* [Set up player authentication](/services/playfab/identity/player-identity/authentication)
* [Configure multiplayer services](/services/playfab/multiplayer)
* [Set up leaderboards](/services/playfab/community/leaderboards)

## See also

* [Foundation Mode overview](/services/playfab/get-started/mode-overview)


## Related topics

- [Foundation Mode overview](/services/playfab/get-started/mode-overview.md)
- [PlayFab fundamentals](/services/playfab/get-started/index.md)
- [Development Mode](/services/playfab/pricing/development-mode.md)
- [Entity Programming Model](/services/playfab/live-service-management/game-configuration/entities/index.md)
- [Party Unity plugin overview](/services/playfab/multiplayer/networking/party-unity-overview.md)