REDMOND, Wash. – April 16, 2025 – Microsoft has rolled out its latest Xbox system update, bringing a suite of enhancements across mobile and console platforms. The April update introduces several user-requested features, including in-app game purchases via the Xbox mobile app, expanded “Stream Your Own Game” functionality for consoles, improved storage management, new Game Hubs, and more.
Buy Games, Join Game Pass, and Redeem Perks via the Xbox Mobile App
Players can now purchase games and add-ons, join Game Pass, and redeem perks directly through the Xbox app on iOS and Android. With a saved payment method, a “Buy” button will appear on game detail pages, enabling fast and easy purchasing. The update allows players to pre-order and pre-install games like Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 and purchase titles such as Assassin’s Creed Shadows and MLB The Show 25 from mobile devices. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can also redeem perks like the Sea of Thieves Seventh Serving Emote directly in-app. This feature is rolling out to beta users and will be broadly available soon via Google Play and the App Store.
Stream Your Own Game – Now Available on Xbox Consoles
Game Pass Ultimate subscribers can now stream select games they own—beyond the Game Pass library—directly from their Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles. This expands on the previously supported devices including Samsung Smart TVs, Amazon Fire TV, Meta Quest, and browser-supported platforms. Players can initiate streaming by navigating to My games & apps > Full library > Owned games, then selecting a cloud-enabled title.
Expanded Cloud Gaming Library
Over 100 titles are now available in the “Stream Your Own Game” collection for Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta). Recent additions include Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, Subnautica 2, Monster Jam Showdown, Squirrel with a Gun, and Lost Records: Bloom & Rage Tape 2. Upcoming titles include Agatha Christie: Murder on the Orient Express, Mandragora, Way of the Hunter, and Wizard of Legend II.
Remote Play Access Expands to More Devices
Players can now access Xbox Remote Play from any supported web browser via xbox.com/remoteplay. While remote play functionality is no longer available through the Xbox mobile app, it can now be accessed from browsers on mobile, PC, and more. Support will soon extend to additional platforms, including Samsung Smart TVs, Amazon Fire TV devices, and Meta Quest headsets. Backward-compatible titles from the original Xbox and Xbox 360 are also now streamable via remote play.
New Ways to Free Up Space
A new storage management system now recommends games to uninstall based on usage, as well as duplicate files and titles players no longer have access to. This feature is accessible via My Games & Apps > Manage > Free up space.
Game Hubs Launch on Consoles
Game Hubs have been introduced to provide players with at-a-glance access to key information about each title, including player stats, achievements, active friends, recent captures, available add-ons, and upcoming events. Hubs are accessible from the recently played and installed games lists. A new personalization setting now allows players to launch games directly, bypassing the hub.
New Dynamic Background for Xbox Series X|S
South of Midnight introduces a new dynamic console background for fans looking to customize their Xbox Series X|S experience.
Community Feedback and Xbox Insider Program
Players are encouraged to join the Xbox Insider Program to test upcoming features and share feedback directly with the development team. More information is available via the Xbox Insider Hub on Xbox and Windows.
For more information on the April Xbox Update, visit news.xbox.com.
