Microsoft continues to innovate by introducing an aggregated storefront and enhanced game integration for its Xbox PC app. This significant update allows users to centralize their gaming experience by collecting not only Xbox titles but also games from popular PC storefronts such as Steam, GOG, the Epic Games Store, and Battle.net. Once installed, these games automatically appear within the app’s My Library and Most Recent lists, thus facilitating a smoother launch process.
With this update, gamers can easily manage their collection without the hassle of switching between different platforms. A newly introduced My Apps tab now serves as a hub for third-party apps and storefronts, making it even simpler to download and launch games.
Streamlined Game Management and Accessibility
The integration does not stop at mere inclusion in lists; it adds layers of convenience such as the ability to hide specific storefronts. This can be done by navigating to Profile, then to Settings, and selecting Library & Extensions. Such features aim to offer users more control over their gaming environment.
Moreover, this update promises to enhance the gaming experience beyond mere organization and accessibility. Expected later this month is a feature set to sync cloud-playable games and cross-device play history across all devices. This will allow users to return seamlessly to their most recent games from their console, PC, or even handheld.
Perhaps one of the most exciting features, the Jump Back In list, will soon surface recent play history, thus providing gamers with quick access to their favorite titles or the option to continue from where they left off.
This update reflects Microsoft's ongoing commitment to providing more integrated and user-friendly gaming experiences. By seamlessly blending different gaming environments into a single app, Xbox further strengthens its position in an increasingly competitive gaming ecosystem.
