Microsoft tackles quick resume issues on xbox series x/s

Microsoft has addressed a long-standing issue with its Quick Resume feature on Xbox Series X/S consoles, granting users the ability to disable the feature for specific games.

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Quick Resume allows for seamless transitioning between multiple games, resuming play exactly where the user left off. However, the feature has been criticized for its unreliability in certain online multiplayer titles.

To address this, Microsoft will introduce a new setting in the More Options menu, enabling players to toggle off Quick Resume for individual games. This change is initially rolling out to Xbox Insider beta testers, with a wider release to follow.

Other notable updates include the capacity to personalize the console's color scheme within a broader spectrum, up from the previous limited palette. The number of groups on the Home screen has also increased from two to ten, and Xbox profile badges will now appear in the Guide menu.

This significant firmware update comes as Microsoft re-establishes its presence in the gaming console market following a major corporate reshuffle and renewed focus on hardware development, including the enigmatic Project Helix.

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