Xbox goes massive: Microsoft drops 400+ games in major update, revamps Home experience
Xbox App Update Brings Fresh Features and Games to PC
Microsoft has rolled out a significant update for the Xbox app on PC, designed to make it easier for gamers to discover and play their favorite titles. The update introduces a new "Home experience" that keeps players up-to-date on game releases, new events, and more.
New Features and Improvements
The new "Home experience" is central to the update, allowing players to stay informed about game releases, sales, and more. Additionally, the update includes:
• New curated collections and recommendations
• Deals and discounts
• The Jump back in feature, which enables players to quickly return to gameplay from the game’s hub
New Games Added
The update adds nearly 400 games that weren’t previously available through the app, including dozens of titles from veteran Japanese studios Kemco and Kairosoft, as well as popular games like Shovel Knight Treasure Trove and The Jackbox Party Pack.
PC Gaming Ambitions
Microsoft is aiming to carve out a bigger space in PC gaming, and the Xbox app is a key part of this strategy. The company is working to make the app a go-to destination for PC gamers, offering a range of features and games that cater to both casual and hardcore players.
Game Pass and Cross-Platform Play
Game Pass subscribers will appreciate the way the app sorts and highlights current and upcoming games, while the update also includes more than 100 Xbox Play Anywhere titles, offering universal Xbox ownership and cloud saves on Xbox and PC.
Future Plans
Microsoft will continue to test new features for the Xbox app over the next few months, starting with a small collection of casual games later this month. The company will share more about its plans for the future of the Xbox app at GDC 2025.
• Key Takeaways
• The Xbox app on PC has received a major update, introducing a new "Home experience" and adding nearly 400 new games.
• The update includes new features like curated collections, deals, and discounts, as well as the Jump back in feature.
• Game Pass subscribers will appreciate the app’s new sorting and highlighting features.
• Microsoft is committed to making the Xbox app a go-to destination for PC gamers, with a focus on cross-platform play and universal Xbox ownership.
• The company will continue to test new features and share more about its plans for the future of the Xbox app at GDC 2025.
