
New Game Hubs Feature Rolled Out for Xbox Insiders
Nearly a year after the launch of Game Hubs for Xbox on PC, Microsoft has introduced a revamped version in its Xbox Alpha and Alpha Skip-Ahead rings. This new feature aims to enhance user experience by prioritizing swift access, with the Play button set as the default focus upon opening a game hub.
What to Expect from Game Hubs
When users access a game hub, they can expect to find an array of useful information, including but not limited to:
- Player statistics
- Achievements
- Friends currently playing the game
- Recent game captures
- Available add-ons
- Upcoming events and more
Availability and Update Details
This new Game Hubs feature is accessible exclusively to Xbox Insiders within the Alpha and Alpha Skip-Ahead rings. Users can expect this update through build 2504.250320-2200, which brings the OS version to XB_FLT_2504GE\26100.3996.250320-2200 post-update.
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Eligibility for the Update
For those on the latest update who cannot access Game Hubs, it may be due to not being selected for the initial testing phase. Microsoft has chosen a limited group of users to identify any potential issues, and a broader rollout may occur following this phase.
Feedback Opportunities
If you’ve been selected for testing, Microsoft encourages you to provide feedback. Use the “Report a Problem” feature to inform them of your experience and suggestions, keeping in mind that different testers might experience variations in functionality.
Additional Fixes Included in the Update
In addition to the introduction of Game Hubs, this update addresses several fixes to enhance overall system performance:
Capture & Share
- Resolved an issue where the Share option icon was missing in the context menu for sharing captures via the Xbox network in the Captures app.
Game Stats
- Corrected an issue affecting ranking displays on the game stats leaderboard, which previously caused the highlight focus to display improperly.
System Updates
- Implemented various updates to ensure local languages are accurately represented on the console.
- Note: Users engaged in the Preview may encounter “odd”text. For more details, visit: What’s This? Learn More About Pseudo-Loc in Preview.
Getting Involved with Xbox Insiders
While entry into the Alpha rings is by invitation only, involvement in the Omega, Delta, and Beta rings could enhance your chances of receiving an invite in the future.
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