Xbox Just Added What Fans Have Wanted for YEARS

Xbox just added features fans have wanted for years—and the update is out now. Could it be setting the stage for a huge 25th anniversary month? Joe breaks down what Xbox Series X and Series S owners can try now: Mythic Achievements, better Remote Play with support for up to 1440p on supported devices, selectable startup animations, and improvements across Home, search, cloud gaming and more. We also explain what changed for disc-to-digital licensing, why you still need to keep the qualifying disc, and how this update builds on a strong year of Xbox platform improvements. And GTA 6? Would you go for its Mythic? Support is discussed as an expectation under the general system, not a confirmed Rockstar announcement. Our take: Xbox is giving your gaming history more recognition while making your next session easier to enjoy. That’s a strong foundation for November. Seattle FanFest is confirmed for November 12, ahead of Xbox’s 25th anniversary on November 15. A separate major anniversary showcase remains unconfirmed in the official material checked for this episode. The anniversary connection is Joe’s interpretation of the platform’s direction. Like the video if it helped, and subscribe to Press Start for the everyday player’s view of Xbox news and anniversary updates. Which feature are you trying first? Tell us where you disagree and what Joe should cover next. CHAPTERS 00:00 Xbox’s big update is here 00:34 Mythic Achievements—and the GTA 6 question 01:46 Disc-to-digital: what actually changed 02:58 Better Remote Play 03:48 Choose your startup animation 04:20 The other improvements 04:57 A strong year for Xbox updates 05:19 Setting the stage for November 06:22 Your next Xbox upgrade? Based on the October 28, 2026 public console release notes. Official Xbox feature examples, product images and Rockstar promotional art illustrate the commentary; still-image camera movement is not captured gameplay or a hands-on test. Thumbnail is an editorial illustration; the GTA 6 COMPLETE badge is a concept, not a confirmed in-game achievement. https://pressstartwithjoe.com/ #Xbox #XboxSeriesX #XboxUpdates