Microsoft has released the dark stunning theme for Windows XP Desktop call “Zune” which named after the Zune Media (MP3) Player.
This is my favorite theme so far, it is simple and clean. I could not find a second theme to replace it yet, not even other theme built with commercial tools.
You can get a copy for your desktop with link below
Download Zune Theme
Screenshots of Zune Theme on my Desktop

Zune Theme - Desktop by default
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According to softpedia.com “Royale Theme is a new theme, potentially destined for Windows XP, that has leaked out of Microsoft and onto the web. The theme appears to have come out of a beta version of Media Center 2005 that was in testing“
While it is available, let’s grab it and paint your desktop with a glossy look.
Screenshot of Royal Theme on my desktop

Royal Theme - Desktop
Setup Instructions
Below steps will take you through the installation and how to apply this them on your desktop.
Download Royal Theme
- Install it with default wizarad
- Go to Start > Control Panel
- Double click on Display
- Click on Appearance tab
- In Windows and buttons, select Media Center Style
- Click Apply