Starting this week, Xbox Insiders will receive an updated set of customization features for the recently played games and apps list within the Home interface. This enhancement is part of an ongoing initiative to make the Home experience more tailored, flexible, and responsive to user feedback.
New Features in Home
The recently played games and apps list will soon include three significant settings to enhance user control:
- Hide System Apps – To create a more streamlined view focused on preferred games and entertainment, users can now opt to hide system apps from their recently played list, minimizing clutter.
- Pin Favorites to Home – Users can now pin up to three of their most recently played games or apps to the top of the list. This feature allows for easy access to favored titles, ensuring they remain visible even as other content is launched.
- Reduce Tile Count (Coming Soon!) – For those who prefer a cleaner appearance, an upcoming setting will enable users to decrease the visible tile count in the recently played section, effectively highlighting only the essentials. This feature is still under development.
The new settings will initially be available to Alpha Skip-Ahead and Alpha users, and developer teams are eager for feedback regarding these updates. Input from users is crucial during this phase, as it will help refine the features before wider distribution.
Importance of Customization
This update addresses feedback from users who expressed a desire for a more personalized Home environment. Whether it’s showcasing favorite games or removing seldom-used apps, these enhancements aim to create a space that feels uniquely curated to individual preferences.
Users can share their thoughts through the Report a Problem feature or engage in discussions on the Xbox Insiders subreddit. User feedback plays a vital role in shaping the Xbox experience moving forward.
Engagement with Xbox Insiders
The Xbox team appreciates the ongoing feedback from Insiders, which is essential to the development process. Those seeking support or needing assistance can partake in the Xbox Insiders subreddit, where official staff, moderators, and community members are available to help. It is recommended to respond to existing threads regarding similar issues to enhance the support experience.
For direct feedback to Team Xbox, users can follow the provided steps to report problems and stay updated by following the Xbox Insider Program on Twitter. Those who are not yet part of the Xbox Insider community and wish to contribute to the future of Xbox can join by downloading the Xbox Insider Hub for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, or Windows PC.
For future updates and details on Xbox Insider Release Notes, refer to the Xbox Insider Home page.