Overview
- Xbox began offering the updated PC app to Xbox Insiders on Thursday with Microsoft reporting the app now launches up to 60% faster in its internal tests.
- Microsoft says core pages such as Home, Store and Game Pass load up to 50% faster and in‑app windows open up to 65%, while noting results may vary by device, connection and configuration.
- The redesign reorganizes the Library with new filters and sorting, moves friends and social features into main navigation, expands search across games and people, and refreshes game cards and animations.
- A refreshed web/cloud interface is rolling out to more players over the next few weeks with a new cloud Library tab, a desktop mode for larger screens, appearance options including five high‑contrast themes, and early rollouts to supported Smart TVs and VR headsets.
- Microsoft is using the Xbox Insider Program for staged testing and feedback before a wider release, with the update also optimized for Windows handhelds and improved controller support to reduce friction for Game Pass and cloud play.