legal complications

Microsoft's plans to launch an enhanced Xbox app on Android have been delayed due to a "temporary administrative stay" granted by the courts. Xbox president Sarah Bond stated that the app, which would allow users to purchase and remotely play Xbox games on mobile devices, is ready to go live once the court makes a final decision. A recent US court approved a request from Google for such a stay, following a ruling that mandates changes to the Play Store, including the introduction of alternative app stores and different billing systems. Unlike the PlayStation and Steam applications, which allow game purchases without using Google’s billing framework, the existing Xbox app does not offer similar capabilities. Microsoft does provide a subscription-based Xbox Cloud Gaming service, but it is currently available only through the Galaxy Store, as Google requires apps with subscription services to use Play Store billing.