Microsoft Launches New Xbox Home Screen To Testers Starting This Week

JAKARTA - Tech giant Microsoft announced it will launch a new version of the Xbox Homescreen to testers or Xbox Insiders starting this week.

Based on the announcement on its official website, this updated design will combine designs from the feedback they hear and collect from users based on previous company experiments.

"As we mentioned when we stopped our experiment last month, we heard you tell us that the changes at the top of the Home feel crowded and don't leave enough space for you to enjoy the background," said Microsoft senior product manager Ivy Krislov.

Xbox Insider feedback has helped shape the new Xbox Home experience. Showing much more of the background, answering users prayers. pic.twitter.com/hGOO9ygwiP

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Xbox Insider feedback has helped shape the new Xbox Home experience. Showing much more of the background, answering users prayers. pic.twitter.com/hGOO9ygwiP

"So, we designed hundreds of options, then refined with prototypes, and last tested by users in our Research lab until we found one that we hope you will like it. It balances our experiences, accessibility, functions, and community needs." he added.

This new version of Beranda will provide easy-to-access navigation to your library, Microsoft Store, Xbox Game Pass, search, and settings at the top of Home by introducing a new fast access menu.

In addition, Microsoft also simplifies the layout and provides more space for you to view the background by reducing the size of some of the plots and moving them to the bottom of the screen.

"Adding a responsive game art feature to update the default background and showcase beautiful art associated with each title as you direct the cursor to the tiles," Krislov explained further.

Finally, the company has also updated the tiles that open my "Gim & app", to let you know if anything new or needs your attention.

"We would like to thank all the selected Xbox Insider who have taken part in the experiment on the feedback you shared on us," he concluded.