Xbox April Update: Purchase Games via Mobile App, Stream Your Console Games, and More

This month’s bringing a bunch of thrilling updates for our gaming systems, introducing seamless purchases within the mobile Xbox app, the ability to broadcast your games straight from Xbox consoles, tips on freeing up storage space, and plenty more. Dive into the details about these features and other exciting add-ons heading to your cherished devices soon.

## Buy Games, Join Game Pass, and Redeem Perks Right in the Xbox App

We’ve got some big news that many Xbox fans have been eager to hear. Soon, you’ll be able to buy games and add-ons, join Game Pass, and redeem Perks directly from the Xbox mobile app. Pre-order the likes of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4, and set it to automatically install on your Xbox from the app. Get games like Assassin’s Creed Shadows or MLB The Show 25 effortlessly. Joining Game Pass through the app is also on the table. Plus, if you’re an Ultimate member, you’ll have the chance to redeem Perks such as the Sea of Thieves Seventh Serving Emote straight from your phone.

This feature will initially roll out to beta users on iOS and Android, with a broader release soon on the Google Play Store and the Apple Store.

If you already have a payment method saved, the app will feature a Buy button on the game detail pages, making it a breeze to purchase games and add-ons with just a couple of clicks.

## Stream Your Own Game – Now on Xbox Consoles

Starting today, Game Pass Ultimate members have the option to stream select games they own, along with the Game Pass catalog, on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles. This expands beyond the previously announced devices, such as Samsung Smart TVs, Amazon Fire TV devices, Meta Quest headsets, and other browser-supported gadgets like PCs, smartphones, and tablets. You’ll save both time and hard drive space by streaming games straight away without needing to download and install them first.

To kick off streaming on your Xbox console, head over to My games & apps > Full library > Owned Games.

Games ready to play via the cloud will have a cloud badge on their listing. Use filters to locate games quickly by choosing Filter > Ready to play > Cloud gaming.

To stream a game, just select it and tap on Play with Cloud Gaming. You can also start streaming directly after purchasing select cloud-ready games from the Store app.

## Stream Your Own Game – Over 100+ Games

Our library for the Stream your own game feature in Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta) is growing. Game Pass Ultimate members can stream from an expanding collection of over 100 cloud-ready titles on supported devices.

Recently added games include:

– Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed
– Kill It With Fire
– LEGO Marvel Superheroes
– Lost Records: Bloom & Rage Tape 2
– Monster Jam Showdown
– Squirrel with a Gun
– Subnautica 2
– Wanderstop

Coming soon, we have:

– Agatha Christie Murder on the Orient Express
– Amerzone: The Explorer’s Legacy
– Barton Lynch Pro Surfing
– Bratz Flaunt your fashion
– Construction Simulator
– Empire of the Ants
– Mandragora
– PAW Patrol Grand Prix
– Paw Patrol World
– Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate
– Predator: Hunting Grounds
– SpiderHeck
– Starship Troopers: Extermination
– Steep
– Teardown
– The Game of Life 2
– Undisputed
– Way of the Hunter
– Wizard of Legend II

You can check out the entire list of cloud-playable games available for streaming on compatible devices right here.

## Access Xbox Remote Play From More Devices

You can now play any game installed on your console by going to xbox.com/remoteplay on any device with a supported web browser. While Xbox remote play won’t be directly accessible through the Xbox mobile app anymore, you’ll still be able to engage from your mobile’s browser.

On top of that, Xbox remote play is expanding to more devices including supported Samsung Smart TVs, Amazon Fire TV devices, and Meta Quest headsets.

By bringing together Xbox remote play and Xbox Cloud Gaming on Xbox.com, we can extend support to more devices, bring store access to the Xbox app on mobile, and make streaming smoother while also paving the way for new features.

As a cool bonus, you’ll soon be able to stream backward-compatible games from the original Xbox and Xbox 360 via remote play on all supported devices.

## Free Up Space in My Games & Apps

Today’s update introduces a new way to free up space on any Xbox console. In addition to handy hints about unused add-ons or shrinkable games, we’re now including suggestions for removing duplicate game copies or titles you no longer have access to. Give this feature a try by visiting My Games & Apps > Manage > Free up space.

## Game Hubs

Xbox consoles now bring you new game hubs filled with everything you need to know about a game, including player stats, achievements, which friends are playing, recent captures, available add-ons, events, and more.

For some users, game hubs will pop up whenever you select a recently played or installed game. By default, it focuses on the Play button, letting you dive straight into the game with just a couple of taps.

There’s also a new setting now to let you launch games directly instead of via game hubs. Activate it by heading over to personalization settings or to My games & apps > Manage > Games & apps.

## Xbox Consoles – South of Midnight Dynamic Background

The South of Midnight has brought a fresh dynamic background to Xbox Series X|S consoles, letting you tailor your console’s look to match this exciting new title.

To find out how to customize your Xbox Series X|S with a dynamic background, check out the Xbox Support page.

## Help Shape the Future of Xbox

Keep an eye on Xbox Wire for future updates and all the latest Xbox news. For any support related to Xbox updates, visit the official Xbox Support site.

We love getting feedback from the community, whether it’s a suggestion for a feature you’d love to see or improvements on current ones. We’re always on the hunt for ways to enhance Xbox experiences for gamers everywhere. If you’re interested in influencing the future of Xbox and getting early access to new features, consider joining the Xbox Insider Program. Just download the Xbox Insider Hub for Xbox Series X|S & Xbox One or your Windows PC to get started.

Happy gaming!