Microsoft is continuing to improve its Xbox app on Windows to make it work better on handhelds. An improved game launcher and navigation are coming soon.
Microsoft introduced a compact mode for its Xbox app on Windows last year, which is designed to improve the handheld experience. While compact mode initially focused on UI improvements for small screens, Microsoft is moving on to tackling some of the challenges of navigating around the Xbox app with a D-pad and sticks. In a new update for Xbox Insiders today, Microsoft is adding a new “Jump back in” feature that lets you quickly launch games you’ve recently played on a Windows handheld.
Microsoft is also improving the friends panel to make it easier to access with a handheld or controller. There’s now quick access from the sidebar to a slide-out friends list that has big buttons to tap to join party chats. While it’s good to see this addition, I still find it difficult to navigate around the Xbox app on a ROG Ally without touching the screen.
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