The September update for Xbox has officially launched, introducing a range of improvements designed to streamline the gaming experience across both consoles and PCs. These enhancements aim to provide a smoother and more enjoyable environment for players.
Microsoft detailed these new features, including some that were previously in beta, through an extensive Xbox Wire post. These updates are now fully accessible on all Xbox consoles and PCs, bringing numerous valuable additions to the ecosystem.
Key Updates and Features
A significant highlight of this update is the expanded beta for Gaming Copilot, an innovative AI-powered in-game assistant. This feature is now available on the Windows PC Game Bar and is slated to arrive on the Xbox mobile app next month. Additionally, the Xbox PC app has received a comprehensive redesign, featuring streamlined menus that simplify navigation for finding games, applications, and your gameplay history.
PC gamers will also benefit from several specific enhancements:
- A visually refined Social widgets experience, making interactions cleaner and more intuitive.
- A new Network Quality Indicator tool, designed to assist users in understanding and troubleshooting their internet connection issues.
- An improved feature for easier game save synchronization across multiple devices, ensuring your progress is always up-to-date.
Another noteworthy addition this month is the Offer Wallet. This unified solution simplifies the process of accessing and claiming various Xbox offers and promotions. Coinciding with the upcoming multiplayer beta of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 on October 2, a new dynamic background themed around the game has also been released.
Gaming Copilot: A New AI Companion
Gaming Copilot, initially announced earlier this year, has emerged as a somewhat contentious feature within the Xbox ecosystem. Conceptualized as an AI-powered assistant, it aims to provide real-time help, recommendations, and in-game support through a Steam-like overlay directly within your gaming session. This functionality includes an integrated AI chatbot that can analyze your Xbox profile, enabling it to answer specific questions related to enemy encounters, GamerScore inquiries, strategies for rare Achievements, and more, offering personalized guidance to players.
Xbox Console Price Adjustment
In other news from Microsoft, an announcement was made on September 19 regarding another price increase for Xbox consoles in the U.S. This adjustment will take effect on October 3. As a result, the most affordable model, the 512GB Xbox Series S, will now be priced at $400.