Hey Xbox Insiders! We have an exciting announcement for you. We’re thrilled to release a new build of the Xbox App for Windows exclusively to Xbox Insiders enrolled in the PC Gaming Insiders preview. This build, known as 2311, is packed with new features, bug fixes, and some known issues that we’re already working on. But before we dive into the details, make sure to update both the Xbox app and Gaming Services for the best experience!
New Versions of PC Gaming Prerelease Products
The latest Xbox App version is 2311.1000.41.0, and it’s available for download starting from 5:00 p.m. PT on October 26th, 2023. Additionally, we’re rolling out Gaming Services version 15.91.24001.0, which will also be available starting from the same time and date.
Current Versions of Windows Gaming Prerelease Products
If you’re wondering about the current versions of Windows Gaming prerelease products, here they are. The Game Bar version is 6.123.10181.0, and it was released on October 19th, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. PT.
New Features
- Refreshed UI in the installation queue
- Refreshed button, font, and game channel styling
- Improved notifications UI, including an option to show unread only
- Compact mode for the app that improves the experience on handhelds and small screens
- Improved controller navigation across the app
Bug Fixes
- Fixed an issue where the app might not load based on some language settings
- Fixed several issues related to the UI elements or text boxes displaying incorrectly
- Fixed several issues with which fonts were being used in various parts of the app
- Fixed issues where the UI might not scale properly as the window is resized
- Fixed an issue where game add-ons might not reflect the current Game Pass discounts
- Added a button to “Check connection” if the Xbox app cannot connect to the internet
- Fixed a recent issue where the Xbox app might stay stuck on the launch screen
- Fixed several various issues that might cause the Xbox app to crash
- Fixed an issue where tooltips might not always disappear after actioning on them
Known Issues
While we strive to provide the best experience, there are some known issues that we want to bring to your attention:
- The team is aware of an issue where a user might not be able to navigate to certain areas in the Xbox app via controller
- Users may receive a frowny face when hitting an installation error for certain apps
- The team is aware of various UI issues, including UI scaling, font issues, and other UI issues. We continue to work on addressing those.
How to Get Xbox Insider Support
We appreciate your participation in the Xbox Insider Program, and we want to make sure you have the best support possible. If you encounter any issues, don’t hesitate to provide feedback by navigating to the feedback option on your profile menu.
For additional support and to engage with the community, visit the Xbox Insiders Subreddit. Before posting a new issue, we recommend checking the most recent posts to see if your concern has already been addressed. This allows us to provide the best support and avoids duplication of topics.
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Finally, we want to extend our gratitude to everyone who participates in the Xbox Insider Program. Your valuable feedback helps us continuously improve the Xbox app on PC and provide you with an exceptional gaming experience. Thank you!