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| Microsoft offers free chat on Xbox |
Microsoft announced that it is currently testing changes related to free games, including the use of Xbox Party Chat.
A preview of the new Xbox update appears in Alpha Skip-Ahead-Plot. With the update, Xbox owners will be able to play games like Fortnite, Call of Duty: Warzone, and Apex Legends for free without the need for an Xbox Live Gold subscription.
Microsoft's guidelines have always been a weakness for Xbox users, as Sony and Nintendo don't have to subscribe to their online services in order to play free games.
Microsoft's release notes will be published in a blog post. Parts of the release notes read as follows: Xbox Live Gold membership is no longer required to play free multiplayer games, find groups, and find chat rooms. Collect with Xbox and we'll test for these changes. Full list.
The Xbox Party Chat is a surprising addition to Microsoft's announcement that Microsoft has removed the firewall for free multiplayer games.
Post cut short after Microsoft forced it to change direction to increase the price of Xbox Live Gold subscriptions.
The company announced in January that it would raise the subscription price to $ 60 within six months. This news was criticized around the world and indicated that the subscription price is not only absurd, but also requires a subscription to get free games. .
Microsoft has renamed its Xbox Live service to the Xbox Network. This is one of the dashboard changes that the company is currently testing.
The latest Xbox update preview includes other changes, including new firmware for a new Xbox Wireless Headset (which can increase microphone control) and a fix for Edge Browser that prevents players from using the joystick to select items.
Microsoft said: There are still known issues that will take longer to fully resolve. One of the issues is that some users reported that their mouse is not working properly in Minecraft.
The company indicated that some updates to these early versions of the operating system include background improvements to ensure build quality and the stability of the Xbox platform.
By testing these changes, Microsoft is making its online platform more user-friendly.