New Update on Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One Leaves Fans Disappointed

The recent system update on Series X/S and Xbox One has left Xbox fans feeling seriously dissatisfied, and the reasons are quite apparent.

Xbox introduced an all-new Xbox Home Screen, claiming it was designed based on player feedback to enhance the gaming experience by making it easier to discover new games, reconnect with beloved titles, and interact with communities, all while providing a more personalized interface. However, many valid complaints have arisen about the new user interface (UI). One of the major grievances revolves around the 'most played games' tab, which is not personalized at all. Instead, it displays the games played most by all Xbox users, consistently featuring games like Fortnite and Roblox, which can be frustrating for those who aren't fans of these titles.

As the launch of Bethesda's massive space-exploration RPG, Starfield, approaches for Xbox Series X/S in September, some have criticized the update as "one big ad," as it inundates users with game recommendations they haven't played before. Reddit user kiciputek expressed their discontent, stating that the main screen is fine, but everything below it is a mess, resembling one continuous advertisement, including random games from the store, even if you create a group.

Other users have shared similar sentiments, pointing out that the Game Pass app becomes redundant when all its content is already on the Home Screen. Moreover, the limited customization options and numerous Game Pass and store advertisements have drawn criticism, leaving some disappointed with the update.

Despite the critics' dissatisfaction, it appears that the new Home UI is here to stay for the foreseeable future.