Microsoft has rolled out a new Xbox Update Preview under the Alpha ring for Xbox Insiders, and one of the highlights is improved download speeds while games are running. According to some players, the changes are pretty drastic, with some claiming to have seen improvements of up to 80 Mbps.
System update details:
- OS Version: XB_FLT_2403ZN\25398.3778.240208-2200
- Available: 2 p.m. PT – February 12, 2024
- Mandatory: 3 a.m. PT – February 13, 2024
New features and experiences:
- Installation (Xbox Series X|S)
- We have made additional network optimizations to improve content downloads while games are running.
Improvements:
(FYI) I've done some tests and games are now downloading at 380mbs while games are running.
— Idle Sloth💙💛 (@IdleSloth84_) February 12, 2024
Usually games download at 480mbs with no game running in the background.
What a great improvement from 40-80mbs, well done to the Xbox engineering team 👏 https://t.co/2ZfCCByINO pic.twitter.com/EA9yHLSVbh
System fixes:
- Various updates to properly reflect local languages across the console.
- Note: Users participating in Preview may see “odd” text across the console. To learn more visit: What’s This? Learn More About Pseudo-Loc in Preview.
Known issues (audio):
- We have received reports of users experiencing intermittent issues with audio across the dashboard, games, and apps. If you have experienced issues, be sure you have the latest firmware updates for your TV and other equipment. If you’re unsure, you may need to contact the manufacturer for assistance.
- Note: If you continue to experience issues after applying the latest firmware updates, please submit feedback via Report a Problem immediately with the “Reproduce with advanced diagnostics” option, then select the category “Console experiences” and “Console Audio Output Issues”. Be sure to include as much information as possible:
- When did the issue start?
- Did you lose audio just in the game/app or system audio as well?
- Does changing the audio format resolve the issue? If yes, what was the format before and after?
- Does rebooting resolve the issue?
- What does your setup include? Equipment, layout, etc.
- And any additional information you can provide to reproduce the problem.
- Note: If you continue to experience issues after applying the latest firmware updates, please submit feedback via Report a Problem immediately with the “Reproduce with advanced diagnostics” option, then select the category “Console experiences” and “Console Audio Output Issues”. Be sure to include as much information as possible:
Known issues (networking):
- We are investigating reports of an issue where the console may not connect to their network as expected on boot. If you experience this, be sure to report the issue via Report a Problem as soon as you’re able.
- Workaround: Wait a minute for the connection to establish. If your console still hasn’t connected, restart your Xbox from the Power Center or the guide. Learn more here: How to restart or power cycle your Xbox console.