Xbox has announced several updates aimed at expanding and improving the gaming experience across its ecosystem. Key additions include expanding the Xbox PC app to Arm-based Windows 11 PCs, rolling out a Game Save Sync Indicator, and partnering to bring cloud gaming to select Hisense and V homeOS-powered Smart TVs by 2026.
Xbox PC App Expands to Arm-based Windows 11 PCs
The Xbox PC app now supports Arm-based Windows 11 PCs. This enables users to download and play titles from the Xbox PC app catalog, including those available through an Xbox Game Pass subscription, locally on these devices.
Game Save Sync Indicator Launched
A Game Save Sync Indicator has been implemented across PC and handheld devices. This feature provides real-time visibility into cloud save status, informing players when their gameplay progress is synced across devices.
Xbox Cloud Gaming Coming to Select Smart TVs
Xbox has partnered with V (formerly VIDAA) to integrate the Xbox app into select Hisense and V homeOS-powered Smart TVs starting in 2026. This will allow Xbox Game Pass subscribers to stream games directly on supported TVs via Xbox Cloud Gaming.
Game and Program Updates
Several programs and game additions have been highlighted:
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Handheld Compatibility Program: This program helps users identify games optimized for handheld play. Recent additions include:
- Arc Raiders (Mostly Compatible)
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (Handheld Optimized)
- Dave the Diver (Handheld Optimized)
- Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition (Handheld Optimized)
- Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade (Mostly Compatible)
- Marvel Cosmic Invasion (Handheld Optimized)
- Octopath Traveler 0 (Mostly Compatible)
- The Outer Worlds 2 (Handheld Optimized)
- Red Dead Redemption (Mostly Compatible)
- Silent Hill 2 (Handheld Optimized)
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Xbox Play Anywhere: Over 1,000 games now support Xbox Play Anywhere, allowing users to switch between PC, console, and supported handhelds without additional cost. December additions include:
- Abyss DX
- A Game About Digging A Hole
- Brok: Natal Tail, A New Christmas Special
- Brok: The Brawl Bar
- Buffet Boss
- Christmas Mutilator
- Coloring Book
- Cup Heroes
- Cyberpunk Hacker
- Detective – Rainy Night
- Dimensions: The Catalyst
- Dome Keeper
- Dunjungle
- Fast Food Master 2025
- The Finals
- Frogo Deluxe
- Jellycar Worlds
- The Legend of Princess Lyria
- Marvel Cosmic Invasion
- Montezuma’s Revenge – The 40th Anniversary Edition
- Octopath Traveler 0
- Oddsparks: An Automation Adventure – Ultimate Edition
- Pinball Jam
- Portal Balls
- Potions: A Curious Tale
- Puzzle Galaxy Xbox Edition
- Recipe of Love
- Rhythm Doctor
- Routine
- Slimeboo
- Snaky Snakes
- Space Elite Force II – Reloaded
- Stacky Dash
- SpotCat vs The Cheddar Mafia Back To Past
- Talisman: Digital 5 th Edition
- Thank Goodness You’re Here!
- Treasure Drop
- Uboat Attack
- Wylde Flowers
- Yakuza: Shadows of New York
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Stream your own game (Xbox Cloud Gaming): The library of streamable owned games for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential subscribers has expanded to over 1,000 titles. Recently added titles include:
- Don’t Starve Together: Console Edition
- Farming Simulator 19
- Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade
- Guilty Gear -Strive-
- I Am Future: Cozy Apocalypse Survival
- Just Cause 3
- Little Nightmares III
- Mio: Memories in Orbit
- Planet Coaster: Console Edition
- Resident Evil Village
Upcoming titles include: - Dead Island Definitive Edition
- Jurassic World Evolution
- Killing Floor 2
- Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor – Game of the Year Edition
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Retro Classics: In partnership with Antstream Arcade, Xbox Game Pass offers a Retro Classics collection with over 100 titles. Upcoming titles include:
- Sky Patrol
- Keystone Kapers
- Laser Gates
- Rise of the Dragon
Expanded Mouse and Keyboard Support
Xbox has increased support for wired USB mice and keyboards across select games and apps, and for Xbox and Windows devices. The latest titles added this month for mouse and keyboard support include:
- Kentum
- Easy Red 2
- Little Rocket Lab
- Bratz Rhythm & Style
- The Outer Worlds 2
- Pacific Drive
- Detechtive 2112
- Routine
- Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
- Silver Nornir