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AppWizard

May 1, 2026

April Xbox Update: Customize Your Console, Manually Add Your Favorite Games on PC, and More.

Users can now customize console colors by adjusting sliders for a unique hue, which will accentuate elements of the console interface. Quick Resume has been enhanced to allow disabling on a per-game basis. The Play History feature has been revamped with a new tab for easier access. A User Selected Resolution feature lets players choose streaming resolution, while a Network Quality Indicator provides real-time network health insights. PC gamers can manually add any installed game or app to their Xbox library. Users can pin up to three favorite games for quick access. A Gamepad Cursor feature allows navigation in non-controller apps. Xbox notifications can be repositioned on the Game Bar. The Xbox mobile app now includes wishlist alerts for game changes. Recent updates for the ROG Xbox Ally improve external display experiences. Microsoft Rewards is hosting a Total Prize Drop event with prizes up to ,000,000. The Handheld Compatibility Program has expanded, adding titles like Hades II as handheld optimized. Xbox Cloud Gaming now includes over 1,000 games for streaming.

AppWizard

April 30, 2026

You Can Now Choose Which Games Use Quick Resume On Xbox

Microsoft is rolling out updates for Xbox consoles and the Xbox PC app as part of the April Xbox update, following a successful testing phase with Xbox Insiders in March. The update includes improved Quick Resume functionality, allowing users to toggle it off for online games that require a stable internet connection. Additionally, users can now pin more groups of games to their home screen, select custom colors for the Xbox interface, and access their play history. The Xbox app for PC has been enhanced to allow any gamepad to control the mouse cursor, pin favorite games, and add installed apps or games to the Xbox library. These updates reflect a strategy initiated by new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma, who has also reduced the price of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate tier.

BetaBeacon

November 6, 2025

Nintendo’s new Android app shows how much of your life you’ve spent playing its games

The Nintendo Store app is now available for Android and iOS, allowing users to browse games, sales, merchandise, and events. Users can also view detailed play history all the way back to the 3DS.

BetaBeacon

November 6, 2025

Nintendo Store app launches for iOS and Android

Nintendo has launched a mobile storefront app for iOS and Android called the Nintendo Store, allowing users to track and purchase games for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 consoles.

AppWizard

September 17, 2025

Good news for Windows handhelds: Microsoft is now letting you launch installed Steam, Battle.net, and other storefront games from the Xbox app

Xbox is rolling out a new feature that will unify game libraries across multiple storefronts, introducing an "aggregated gaming library" in the Xbox app. This feature allows users to view their entire game collection, including games from various PC storefronts like Xbox Game Pass and Battle.net. Additionally, a "cross-device play history" feature will debut later this month. The updates aim to enhance the Xbox app's functionality, potentially reducing the need for third-party applications for managing games. This initiative aligns with Microsoft's vision of creating a comprehensive gaming ecosystem.

Winsage

September 17, 2025

New features enhance gaming experience on Windows PCs and handhelds

Xbox has introduced new features to enhance the gaming experience on Windows PCs and handheld devices, based on feedback from Xbox Insiders and the gaming community. Key features include an aggregated gaming library that consolidates installed games from various platforms such as Xbox Game Pass and Battle.net, allowing for unified access. Additionally, cross-device play history enables players to track their gaming activities across different devices, ensuring progress and achievements are accessible regardless of where they play. The updated app functionality provides a more intuitive interface for gamers.

AppWizard

September 16, 2025

The Xbox PC app now gives you access to all your Windows games — launch titles from Steam, Epic Games and more

The latest update to the Xbox app for PC allows users to manage their gaming library by showcasing all installed games on Windows 11 from various platforms, including Steam and Battle.net, in a single interface. Games from supported storefronts automatically populate the "My Library" and "Most Recent" tabs after installation. Users can customize their library view through settings. The update also introduces a 'Jump back in' feature for easy access to recent play history. This update is available to all Windows 11 users.

Winsage

September 16, 2025

This new Windows 11 update turns the Xbox app into an all-in-one game launcher

Microsoft has updated its Xbox app on Windows 11 to streamline the gaming experience by consolidating all installed games into a single library, allowing access to titles from various third-party storefronts like Steam and Epic Games. The update includes an aggregated game library, support for popular storefronts, customizable visibility settings, and easy access to individual storefront applications. Microsoft plans to introduce cloud-playable games and play history features in a future update. The update is now live for Windows 11 gaming PCs after a successful testing phase with Xbox Insiders.

Winsage

September 16, 2025

Xbox PC App Now Aggregates Other Storefronts and their Games

Microsoft is rolling out an aggregated storefront and games integration feature for the Xbox PC app, allowing it to identify and integrate games owned and downloaded from various PC storefronts, including Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store. This update will enable users to access their games in one library, simplifying the process of launching titles across different platforms. The new aggregated gaming library will automatically display installed games from supported storefronts in "My Library" and the "Most Recent" section of the Xbox PC app. Users can customize their library view by toggling off listings from specific storefronts. A new tab in My Library will also consolidate third-party apps and storefronts for easier access. Additionally, players will soon have access to cloud-playable games and gameplay history across devices, with a "Jump back in" list available on the Home screen.

Winsage

August 23, 2025

Xbox’s Multi-Store Approach Comes Together In New ‘My Apps’ Feature For PC & ROG Xbox Ally

Microsoft has introduced a new 'My Apps' feature for Xbox Insiders, allowing PC users to access various gaming storefronts like GOG, Steam, and Epic Games from a single interface within the Xbox PC app on Windows 11. This feature will debut for users enrolled in the PC Gaming Preview and aims to create a centralized hub for managing games and third-party applications. It coincides with the launch of the ROG Xbox Ally, which is designed for gaming mode, and reflects Microsoft's goal of a unified gaming experience across all Xbox devices.