Man, don’t you hate it when you’re all psyched to dive into a game, and then bam! – an 8GB update hits you like a ton of bricks? Next thing you know, you’re mindlessly scrolling TikTok or spamming in the group chat, only to realize the night has flown by, and you’ve got to crash early to function decently the next day. It’s like a never-ending cycle, especially with a game like Baldur Gate 3.
But hold the phone, Xbox Series X/S might just have a solution up its sleeve. Microsoft spilled the tea on a new “Update Pre-Download” feature they’re tinkering with in the Insider program. This nifty feature lets you snag updates ahead of time so they don’t ruin your gaming groove. No more waiting around for the download bar to hit 100% while your game time slips away.
First up for this magic trick is Sea of Thieves, the multiplayer pirate escapade we all love. And who knows, by the time they roll this out to the masses, it might be the norm for all your favorite games to jump on the bandwagon. PS5 already kinda does this, so don’t be surprised if big leagues like Call of Duty, Diablo 4, or Overwatch 2 jump on the bandwagon too.
Microsoft’s not just stopping there – they’re the gift that keeps on giving. Imagine the freedom of using a mouse and keyboard for cloud gaming! Cities: Skylines, The Sims 4, Fortnite, and even Doom 64 are all in on the action. And guess what? There’s a swanky new gadget on the block – the Xbox Proteus controller. It’s all modular and fancy, supporting different wireless setups like a boss. Plus, it looks like something out of a sci-fi flick! This marvel is set to drop this fall, with prices starting at $300. Excited yet?
