Overview
- The Xbox Game Publishing Guide is now publicly accessible, with NDA restrictions removed so creators can share and discuss the rules, including in the Microsoft Game Dev Discord.
- Microsoft commits to updating the publishing documentation in perpetuity to keep requirements current.
- The guide covers onboarding, wishlists, pre-orders, release configuration, Xbox Insider and Game Preview paths, and new test services.
- ID@Xbox lead Chris Charla describes this release as a first step in a broader effort to streamline publishing across Xbox consoles and Xbox on PC.
- Recent GDK and API changes aim to align console and PC development, while Windows Central notes Xbox’s PC store can offer developers up to an 88% revenue share.