Xbox Testing Game Hub Feature That Would Change How You Launch Games

Xbox is testing a new feature called Game Hubs that appears when trying to launch a game, bringing up an additional screen of information such as achievements and playtime alongside a "Play" button instead of immediately booting up the game.As reported by VGC (who has access to the update), the feature is currently being tested by select members of the Xbox Insiders preview program. The Game Hub appears when selecting a game tile from a player's library or their recently played games list, and instead of launching the game as usual, brings up an additional screen showing stats like Gamerscore associated with the chosen title.The Game Hub also shows available DLC add-ons, in-game captures, in-game events, and other information tailored to the chosen game. The Game Hub info screen defaults to having the "Play" button selected, so a double press of the A button will launch the game as usual.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Mar 26, 2025 - 16:23

Xbox Testing Game Hub Feature That Would Change How You Launch Games

Xbox is testing a new feature called Game Hubs that appears when trying to launch a game, bringing up an additional screen of information such as achievements and playtime alongside a "Play" button instead of immediately booting up the game.

As reported by VGC (who has access to the update), the feature is currently being tested by select members of the Xbox Insiders preview program. The Game Hub appears when selecting a game tile from a player's library or their recently played games list, and instead of launching the game as usual, brings up an additional screen showing stats like Gamerscore associated with the chosen title.

The Game Hub also shows available DLC add-ons, in-game captures, in-game events, and other information tailored to the chosen game. The Game Hub info screen defaults to having the "Play" button selected, so a double press of the A button will launch the game as usual.Continue Reading at GameSpot