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gaming2 months ago•7 min saved

Xbox Unveils Fresh Startup Screen Alongside Four New Features for All

Microsoft rolled out a public Xbox OS update that adds a refreshed startup animation and four new features (Gamerscore Milestone Badges, a clearer Game Library At A Glance with new filters to separate owned vs shared titles, a revamped Xbox Rewards experience, and higher-resolution gamer pics/box art), plus fixes for update queuing, non-interactive game cards, flashing tiles, and queue updates; you can force the update via Settings > System > Updates if it hasn’t shown up yet.

via Pure Xbox|

#game-library #gamerscore-milestones #gaming

gaming3 months ago•85 min saved

Xbox adds evolving Gamerscore badges to give achievements real meaning

Microsoft's Xbox Insider update introduces tiered Gamerscore badges that evolve with your lifetime score, alongside a new boot-up animation and library filters, aiming to make achievements feel more meaningful and make navigating your game collection easier.

via Windows Central|

#achievements #game-library #gamerscore

gaming6 months ago•2 min saved

Nintendo Hints at Wii Return on Switch Online, Fans React

Rumors say Nintendo is adding the Wii to Nintendo Switch Online (along with Sega CD and Nintendo DS), but no official confirmation exists. If true, it would boost nostalgia and subscription value yet raise questions about price increases and the size and freshness of the game library.

via GAMINGbible|

#game-library #gaming #nintendo

gaming6 months ago•46 min saved

Xbox Cloud Gaming widens library with a surge of 'Stream Your Own Game' titles

Microsoft’s Xbox Cloud Gaming expands its catalog by adding a large batch of “Stream Your Own Game” titles to the cloud, broadening the service beyond Game Pass and allowing players to stream their own game library to supported devices.

via Windows Central|

#cloud-gaming #game-library #gaming

technology8 months ago•0 min saved

Top Free Nintendo Switch Games to Enjoy This Holiday Season

There are many free-to-play games available for Nintendo Switch systems, allowing players to expand their game library without spending money, with some titles offering optional in-game purchases.

via nintendo.com|

#free-games #game-library #gaming

technology10 months ago•5 min saved

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Price Hike and New Benefits Explained

Microsoft has increased the price of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate to $30/month, adding more day-one games, including Hogwarts Legacy, and benefits like Fortnite Crew and Ubisoft+ Classics to justify the hike. The service now offers expanded game libraries, improved cloud gaming, and new subscription tiers, with the price hike reflecting these enhancements amid ongoing industry debates about the sustainability of the subscription model.

via IGN|

#cloud-gaming #game-library #microsoft

technology10 months ago•10 min saved

Xbox Game Pass Plans and Pricing Updates

Xbox has upgraded its Game Pass service, introducing three new plans—Essential, Premium, and Ultimate—each offering expanded game libraries, cloud gaming, and in-game benefits to cater to different player preferences, with the Ultimate plan receiving the most extensive enhancements including more day-one releases, new partner benefits, and improved streaming quality.

via Xbox Wire|

#benefits #cloud-gaming #game-library

technology11 months ago•1 min saved

Microsoft's Xbox PC app now consolidates Steam, other stores, and gaming features

Microsoft's Xbox PC app now aggregates games from Steam, Battle.net, and other stores into a unified library, making it easier for users to access and launch their games across devices, with additional features like a My Apps section and upcoming cloud game sync.

via The Verge|

#game-library #microsoft #pc-storefronts

technology11 months ago•2 min saved

Switch 2 Game Library and Upcoming Releases Overview

Three months after its launch, the Nintendo Switch 2 has seen over 50 games released, with a mix of ports and new titles, including the highly anticipated Silksong. While the release rate is slower than its predecessor, the quality remains high, and the future looks promising for the platform. Readers are encouraged to rate their game collections and overall software lineup as Nintendo continues to build its library.

via Nintendo Life|

#game-library #game-releases #game-review

gaming1 year ago•1 min saved

August 2025 PS Plus Highlights: Spider-Man, Mortal Kombat 1, and More

Spider-Man Remastered returns to PS Plus in August 2025 along with other titles like Mortal Kombat 1 and Resident Evil classics, as part of a lineup update that also sees some games leaving the service. The update highlights Sony's shifting strategy with game availability on PS Plus, with new titles available from August 19 and some notable departures.

via Kotaku|

#august-2025 #game-library #gaming

technology1 year ago•3 min saved

Xbox Enhances Game Streaming Features in August Update

Microsoft has added 100 new games to its 'Stream Your Own Game' library for Xbox Cloud Gaming, with most available from July 31, 2025, indicating a significant expansion of their game streaming service, especially for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members.

via Pure Xbox|

#august-2025 #cloud-gaming #game-library

technology1 year ago•7 min saved

Xbox Expands Cloud Gaming and 'Stream Your Own Game' Features with New Updates

Microsoft is enhancing Xbox Cloud Gaming with plans for lower latency, higher resolution, better bitrate, and new features like direct Wi-Fi controller connectivity, along with potential new subscription tiers and an expanding game library, aiming to make cloud gaming more competitive and accessible across devices.

via Windows Central|

#cloud-gaming #game-library #microsoft

technology1 year ago•2 min saved

Microsoft's Xbox PC app now integrates Steam and Epic games, streamlining game access

Microsoft is testing a new aggregated gaming library within the Xbox app for Windows that automatically detects and lists games from various launchers like Steam, Epic, and Ubisoft, providing a unified view of installed titles without additional Xbox features. This move aims to make the Xbox app the central hub for PC gaming, with ongoing testing and potential future enhancements for devices like the ROG Ally.

via The Verge|

#game-library #microsoft #pc-gaming

technology1 year ago•1 min saved

Microsoft's Xbox PC App Expands to Include Steam and Other Game Libraries

Steam games are now appearing in the Xbox PC app for Xbox Insider members as part of the new 'Aggregated Gaming Library' feature, allowing users to launch Steam games directly from the Xbox app, though some visual issues are present and Steam may still need to run in the background. The feature is expected to roll out to the public soon.

via Pure Xbox|

#game-library #gaming #insiders

technology1 year ago•9 min saved

Nintendo Switch 2: Safe, Effective, and in High Demand

The Nintendo Switch 2 is a safe but solid upgrade over the original, retaining its core hybrid design while improving hardware features like controllers, screen, and online store, but it lacks significant innovation or new exclusive games, making it a reliable but somewhat predictable successor.

via Game Informer|

#game-library #gaming-console #hardware-upgrade