Question

Is it ok to use XAML for building vector (scalable) rich UI (with forms containing buttons, listboxes etc) in DirectX Windows Store game?

Answer 1

Yes, you can use XAML and DirectX together in a Windows Store app. Here is an article explaining DirectX and XAML interop and another article from the Windows 8 app developer blog.

In summary, your options are:

1. You can use the SurfaceImageSource XAML type to add areas of DirectX content to a Metro style XAML app.
2. You can use VirtualSurfaceImageSource for large-scale DirectX content + XAML UI.
3. You can use SwapChainBackgroundPanel for DirectX with a XAML overlay.