Hey Alpha Skip-Ahead ring users! Today’s Xbox Insider Release Notes highlight the latest fixes, known issues, and features coming to your console. Starting at 2 p.m. PT today, users will receive the latest 2005 Xbox One system update (build: RS_XBOX_RELEASE_2005\19041.2377.200416-0000). Keep reading for more details.
System Update Details:
OS version released: RS_XBOX_RELEASE_2005\19041.2377.200416-0000
Available: 2 p.m. PT – April 17, 2020
Mandatory: 3 a.m. PT – April 18, 2020
Fixes for Alpha Skip-Ahead
We’ve heard your feedback, and we’re happy to announce the following fixes have been implemented for this 2005 build:
Games/Apps
Fixed an issue where users would see a sign in error (0x8004090a) when attempting to launch content while signed into account.
System
Various updates to properly reflect local languages across the console.
Known Issues for Alpha Skip-Ahead
We understand some issues have been listed in previous Xbox Insider Release Notes. These issues aren’t being ignored, but it will take Xbox engineers more time to find a solution. We appreciate your patience at this time!
Audio
Users who have Dolby Atmos enabled and console display settings set to 120hz with 36 bits per pixel (12-bit) are experiencing loss of Dolby Atmos audio in some situations.
Workaround: Disable 120hz or set Video Fidelity to 30 bits per pixel (10-bit) or lower.
Game DVR
Some users have reported that their clips are not recording the full length requested. This is being reported for 4K clips and non-4K clips. We are aware and investigating.
Guide
Some users are reporting that they are not seeing Gamerpics or Profile information in the Friends tab. We are aware of the issue and investigating.
We’ve received reports that the Friends tab is not showing the correct status of online/offline friends.
My Games & Apps
Users have reported seeing black tiles instead of game artwork when browsing their collection.
Note: We are still investigating the issue, please report the issue again from the console if you have done so with a prior update and are still seeing this behavior.
Some titles in collection may appear with a “trial” tag incorrectly in collection.
Profile Color
Sometimes users may encounter the incorrect Profile color when powering on the console.
Are you not seeing your issue listed above? Make sure to use Report a problem to keep us informed of your issue. We may not be able to respond to everyone, but the data we’ll gather is crucial to finding a resolution. Learn more about feedback and how each ring is differentiated in the following links: For more information regarding the Xbox Insider Program follow us on Twitter and join the community subreddit for support and updates. Keep an eye on future Xbox Insider Release Notes for more information regarding your Xbox One Update Preview ring!
With everything going on these days, there are plenty of reasons to take a look at the free-to-play library on Xbox One. Whether you’re gaming on a budget, want to get together online with friends, or just want to try out something new, you’ve got a lot of options. That’s where we come in – here is a list of some of our favorite free-to-play Xbox One games, presented in alphabetical order for your reading pleasure. (As a reminder, you’ll need Xbox Live Gold to play multiplayer titles.)
After its surprise announce last year, Respawn Entertainment’s fast-paced first-person battle royale game has quickly become a gaming juggernaut, and continues to grow with frequent updates and unique special events. Unlike many other battle royale titles, Apex Legends features a hero-based combat system that depends on smart team composition nearly as much as quick reflexes. Perhaps not surprisingly given Respawn’s pedigree, it’s also got some of the tightest gunplay in the genre.
Embark on an epic journey across a seamless, vibrant online world and be tasked with battling (and surviving) vicious, lethal monsters that inhabit this untamed landscape. Choose from one of five classic classes, each with its own combo-driven combat experience, then gather your party to explore this richly detailed world of dangerous beasts and divine secrets. Get an in-depth overview of all the classes here in this Xbox Wire exclusive feature.
This intense fighting game combines cartoonish 2D visuals with deep gameplay as part of a genre that’s known as a platform brawler. This means that players are tasked with knocking their opponents off a platform by whatever means necessary, which is usually easier said than done. There are over 40 characters to choose from, each with unique movesets, signature abilities, stats, weapon combinations and flair to suit your chosen playstyle. The action can get pretty hectic, as Brawlhalla supports up to 8 local or online players (with full cross-play so you can battle against friends on a number of other platforms).
The newest entry in the battle royale genre, Warzone ups the ante in a number of ways. 150 players drop into the large Verdansk map, scavenge weapons and supplies, and do battle in increasingly smaller zones as the intensity ratchets up. That’s all fairly standard for the genre, but things get really interesting once you die. Once your health reaches zero, you’ll be captured as a “Prisoner of Warzone” and fight in the Gulag, a separate area within the Zordaya Prison Complex. Win the fight there and you’ll be redeployed back into the action. Lose and… well, you can probably guess.
Late last year, the team at renowned developer Bungie decided to try something new with their highly polished sci-fi first-person shooter: they made it free. Well, not the whole game, but they did give new players a chance to play the core, non-DLC content in Destiny 2 New Light. Yes, that includes everything from story missions and PvP to strikes and even multiple raids. It’s a ton of content that can keep you busy for hundreds of hours, especially since players with New Light can play with their friends who have the paid version of the game.
Unless you’ve been living under a proverbial rock for the last couple years, there’s a good chance you’ve already heard of Epic Games’ hugely popular third-person shooter. Combining a unique building mechanic with highly stylized (yet still skill-based) combat, Fortnite pushed the battle royale genre in exciting new directions. Best of all, the team has kept the game fresh thanks to frequent updates and additions, giving its dedicated fanbase plenty of reasons to keep coming back for more. And don’t even get us started on the mind-boggling array of skins!
While it’s not the biggest title on this list, we included this one on here because it’s a free-to-play favorite of multiple members of the Xbox PR team. Created by the team behind the hugely popular Puzzle Quest, Gems of War mashes together match 3 puzzle action with role-playing and strategy elements to create on glorious whole. As anyone who’s played a match 3 game knows, they are easy to jump into for a few rounds of fun, and Gems of War’s frequent updates give plenty of reasons to keep coming back for more.
Whether you’re looking to jump into the realm of Dungeons & Dragons fantasy, take command of your very own starship and join Starfleet, or fight alongside some of the most iconic DC Comics superheroes, these free-to-play games are full of content and expansive worlds to explore. Each of these titles have been continuously supported over the years with free content expansions making them some of the most compelling MMORPGs to start playing today.
Wield a mix of guns and magic in a fantasy world full of ancient technology in this team-based shooter with strategy elements and deep character customization. Through a unique collectible card system, you can amplify and augment your character’s core set of abilities to suit your style of play across a variety of competitive multiplayer arenas.
Having recently launched on Xbox One, the long-awaited Phantasy Star Online 2 has been around for years in Japan and now more gamers can jump in and enjoy this premiere MMORPG. With procedurally generated environments, unexpected events, and raid quests, PSO2 aims to provide a never-ending adventure that is always filled with fresh surprises. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can get the Ultimate Perks Bundle and a Monthly Bonus to help start their adventure.
Part massively multiplayer online game, part game creation platform, Roblox is one of the most popular online titles in the world. The platform hosts a staggering amount of user-created games and virtual worlds that cover a wide variety of genres, from racing and role-playing games to job simulations and runners. While many of the games on the platform are rudimentary, Roblox is actually a great introduction to game development, allowing fans to experiment with everything from creating and fine-tuning game mechanics to designing virtual items.
Jump in to one of the world’s most popular MOBAs on Xbox One. Get up close and personal on the battlegrounds with a third-person action viewpoint and pick from more than 100 different characters to bring with you into the online arena. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can get started today with the Smite Starter Pass that includes five legendary, fan-favorite gods to play as.
Blending combat with exploration, TERA has been a long-running, combat-focused MMO on PC – where aiming, dodging, and timed-attacks are key — that has been completely retooled for console gaming. With a variety of races and classes, from brawler to ranged attacker, and a vast game world to explore with a tremendous online community to engage, the world of TERA is one that’s truly worth exploring.
Come, Tenno. You are being summoned to join one of today’s most exhilarating online worlds. This mix of melee combat, third-person shooter, and stealth action game wrapped inside one of the most unique sci-fi worlds in gaming is a blast to play. Pick from a variety of Warframes, each with different powers to harness, and level-up your character as you enjoy a wide breadth of content. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can get the Xbox Starter Bundle that includes a variety of boosters and in-game currency.
Going on six years strong on Xbox, World of Tanks is a fantastic tactical shooter covered in several tons of armor. With over 400 authentic vehicles to control, from nimble scouts to thundering heavy tanks, there is a role waiting for you on this competitive multiplayer battlefield. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can pick up the Ready for War Pack that includes $50 worth of vehicles, Gold, and Premium Time
Having just celebrated its first full year of service on Xbox, World of Warships: Legends tasks naval commanders with control of their own warship to take on the open ocean to engage in methodical multiplayer battles. Pick from a variety of destroyers, cruisers, or battleships – each with their own strengths and weaknesses – to lead your team to victory. Xbox Live Gold members can pick up the Jump Start and the Aurora Borealis warship content bundles for free to get started.
Our indie game studio Triple Scale Games is proud to announce today that our eight-player couch and online party game Save Your Nutsis out now on Xbox One. A free demo is already available for you to play through the tutorial and the mode Capture the Nut where an acorn is dropped for teams to fight over to score it. Play solo with bots or with a group of up to eight local players. You can try two first arenas: the Park and the Garden. You can also check the free trial to experience the entire game for 30 minutes.
Apart from the Capture the Nut mode, Save Your Nuts includes Thieves, a war to steal multiple enemy’s nuts while protecting your own team’s, and Battle, a fight to determine who will be the last animal to keep their nuts intact. Each of the game’s three modes is playable across 10 different arenas ranging from backyards and parks to castles, ships and even outer space! These maps are filled with unique hazards and power-ups that help players turn the tide of battle.
Up to eight players can compete locally, online or against challenging AI opponents. Save Your Nuts is easy to play but hard to master with a challenging AI and interactive environments that will keep you on your toes. It’s perfect for couch party game nights with friends or online parties for competitions, as it includes a trio of unique modes and 10 exciting stages to wreak havoc in.
The title is accessible, too, and invites those who don’t typically play video games to enjoy its competitive and cooperative gameplay at their own pace. Solo players won’t miss out on the fun, as Save Your Nuts is endlessly replayable and includes an array of adorable, customizable characters to dress up. If you ever wanted to bust some nuts as a beaver in a sombrero, look no further.
Save Your Nuts
Triple Scale Games
☆☆☆☆☆1
★★★★★
Free Trial
Go nuts in this insane 1 to 8 players chaotic arena party game. Put your cooperation skills to the test over intense physics-based battles mixing casual offline modes and competitive Online matches. In Save Your Nuts, crafty squirrels organize a tournament to challenge other animals in a physics-based competition for the ages. Make daring plays alongside your teammates, grab food power-ups, and tackle your opponents to steal their nuts in this wild multiplayer-focused party game!
Hey Alpha Skip-Ahead ring users! Today’s Xbox Insider Release Notes highlight the latest fixes, known issues, and features coming to your console. Starting at 2 p.m. PT today, users will receive the latest 2005 Xbox One system update (build: RS_XBOX_RELEASE_2005\19041.2366.200414-0800). Keep reading for more details.
System Update Details:
OS version released: RS_XBOX_RELEASE_2005\19041.2366.200414-0800
Available: 2 p.m. PT – April 15, 2020
Mandatory: 3 a.m. PT – April 16, 2020
Fixes for Alpha Skip-Ahead
We’ve heard your feedback, and we’re happy to announce the following fixes have been implemented for this 2005 build:
System
Various updates to properly reflect local languages across the console.
Known Issues for Alpha Skip-Ahead
We understand some issues have been listed in previous Xbox Insider Release Notes. These issues aren’t being ignored, but it will take Xbox engineers more time to find a solution. We appreciate your patience at this time!
Audio
Users who have Dolby Atmos enabled and console display settings set to 120hz with 36 bits per pixel (12-bit) are experiencing loss of Dolby Atmos audio in some situations.
Workaround: Disable 120hz or set Video Fidelity to 30 bits per pixel (10-bit) or lower.
Game DVR
Some users have reported that their clips are not recording the full length requested. This is being reported for 4K clips and non-4K clips. We are aware and investigating.
Guide
Some users are reporting that they are not seeing Gamerpics or Profile information in the Friends tab. We are aware of the issue and investigating.
We’ve received reports that the Friends tab is not showing the correct status of online/offline friends.
My Games & Apps
Users have reported seeing black tiles instead of game artwork when browsing their collection.
Note: We are still investigating the issue, please report the issue again from the console if you have done so with a prior update and are still seeing this behavior.
Some titles in collection may appear with a “trial” tag incorrectly in collection.
Profile Color
Sometimes users may encounter the incorrect Profile color when powering on the console.
Are you not seeing your issue listed above? Make sure to use Report a problem to keep us informed of your issue. We may not be able to respond to everyone, but the data we’ll gather is crucial to finding a resolution.
Learn more about feedback and how each ring is differentiated in the following links:
For more information regarding the Xbox Insider Program follow us on Twitter and join the community subreddit for support and updates. Keep an eye on future Xbox Insider Release Notes for more information regarding your Xbox One Update Preview ring!
Are you ready for a challenge? The next major milestone in World of Tanks on console is coming, with bigger rewards than ever! We’re ready to learn about all this and more as we sit down for an interview with Global Publishing Producer Brian Konar. Grab a fresh cup of coffee (or your beverage of choice) – let’s talk Tanks!
Community Manager Arlette Resendiz: World of Tanks on console is over six years old! Tell us who you are and how do you keep the game experience fresh and exciting over the years?
Global Publishing Producer Brian Konar: Great question! I’m Brian Konar, global publishing producer on what is currently World of Tanks: Mercenaries. My main focus these days is working with our live operations team for events, content and sales. We spent a lot of time last year putting together our seasonal games approach which were a resounding success – players were having tons of fun, earning great content and playing more than ever! The feedback has been exceptional, and we’re about to take that to the next level.
Arlette: For someone who is new to World of Tanks – why might they enjoy this game?
Konar: World of Tanks is a free to play game which is great for those looking for something new to try without any commitment. When you jump in, you’ll find the controls intuitive and easy to learn. As you spend more time in the game though you’ll realize there is quite a bit of depth to the gameplay and every tank line is unique – offering a truly challenging to master experience!
The game is unlike anything else out there – it combines strategy, tank knowledge, map awareness and team play elements for a really engaging experience. The progression systems from tech trees to crews are extremely rewarding, and you’re always looking forwards to that next tank unlock! It’s a ton of fun.
Arlette: What’s next for World of Tanks?
Konar: We’re always working on exciting updates for our community. Next week kicks off our all new World of Tanks: Valor event where players will be able to earn rare tanks and other exclusive content, totally free. We think players are going to love it.
Beyond this unique event, players should be excited to see continual updates to the game with unique content & mechanics, improvements to core systems and balance, and some exciting collaborations we can’t talk about just yet but can’t wait to reveal!
Arlette: Wait, World of Tanks: Valor!?
Konar: Yes! This next milestone is a big deal – we’re rethinking the way we approach the game and how we work with our community and to show we’re serious we’re updating to World of Tanks: Valor. We want our players to feel challenged, and to be rewarded for that challenge. Our audience has been asking for this, and we’re going to bring it! We’ll be known as World of Tanks: Valor moving forwards, and we’ve got some other surprises to look forwards to in the next months. I know this phrase gets thrown around a lot but seriously – players are going to love what’s coming.
Arlette: What can players expect with World of Tanks: Valor?
Konar: World of Tanks: Valor is the start of the next phase in our journey with World of Tanks. We’re embracing some new concepts and approaches which are highly rewarding to players while giving them a challenge that they can be proud to conquer. Four unique, exclusive tanks will be available to earn throughout this event on top of even more highly valuable rewards. The gameplay is challenging, the rewards are awesome, and the sense of accomplishment is epic. We can’t wait for players to enjoy this new event and see what we have up our sleeve next!
Arlette: Any final words?
Konar: World of Tanks: Valor is going to be awesome, players who answer the call are going to be more rewarded than ever with some of the coolest, newest and most exclusive tanks we have available. This is just one step in the journey – the months ahead are going to bring a lot of updates and content that our community have been asking for. We’re excited about the pipeline and this is not just hyperbole. Get ready for the journey ahead Commanders, we’ll see you on the battlefield!
Awesome stuff! Thanks so much for your time, Brian, and also a huge thanks to all our readers. There’s a lot to look forward to in World of Tanks: Valor and beyond, and we hope this first look whets your appetite for even more. Be sure to keep an eye on console.worldoftanks.com for all the latest info on in-game events and content updates. Roll out!
World of Tanks: Mercenaries
Wargaming.net
☆☆☆☆☆1306
★★★★★
Xbox One X Enhanced
World of Tanks is a global online multiplayer free-to-play game dedicated to tank warfare in the mid-20th century. Custom built for Xbox, World of Tanks is cross-play enabled between Xbox One and Xbox 360 featuring realistic vehicles and environments, enabling players to command history’s most powerful tanks and experience combat on Xbox like never before. Features: • Strategic, fast-paced 15 vs 15 online action. • Over 450 authentic tanks to choose from among 8 nations. • Battle across more than 80 maps with different terrains and weather effects. • Built-in support for Xbox One S pushing the boundaries of graphic fidelity. • Regular updates offer new content and weekly special events.
World of Warships: Legends is celebrating its first mini-anniversary by bringing players rows of content for any kind of captain. First there are the celebration activities where players are bound to get a whole lot of stuff for playing as many ships as they want, then there are the two new campaigns, for a Russian battleship commander and a Russian collectible cruiser, respectively. To add to that, players will have another go at ranked battles with 2 new sprint-sized seasons, one of them with tier VI warships. And finally, the quality of life improvements and features that came straight from the player feedback are also here.
Celebrate one year since the early access of World of Warships: Legends by participating in One Year Strong activities! These include a time-limited win bonus for a good portion of the game’s fleet as well as a dedicated mission to get a unique One Year Strong patch!
Break in the new Russian battleships with their brawling might and high risk – high reward gameplay! On April 13 a new fleet of red machines will enter the Legendary waters and do so loudly! Gangut, Pyotr Velikiy, Sinop and Izmail will be available through early access. These beasts feel the most at home in medium to close range situations, showing best accuracy at around 10 kilometers, but angling is vital, as their citadels sit relatively high.
Meanwhile the whole branch of Russian destroyers, with the pinnacle Tashkent is available for research. If you prefer rangy and speedy gunboats and are willing to sacrifice some maneuverability, these ships might just suit you!
But it doesn’t end there, 2 new shorter campaigns are inbound! “To Tame a Dreadnought” will offer three weeks of trials resulting in Mikhail Kedrov joining your squad. Kedrov, incidentally was the historic commander of the Russian dreadnought Gangut, and he will lend his expertise to your new Russian battleships! What’s of particular interest in this campaign, is how the weekly tasks will stay for the duration of the event, so the more “The Heroic Oleg” is a two-week campaign that will lead you to the Russian protected cruiser Oleg, a well-oiled war machine, that served as a stalwart defender in life. In Legends this warrior is situated at tier II and offers a very straight to the point game play in a truly handsome package, worthy of any collection.
While playing through the new campaigns, players will earn the “Imperial” currency, which can then spend in the Admiralty for various useful items.
Ranked battles make a return, this time captains are offered to compete in two seasons, with a week of reflection and preparation in between. Season 4 will take place of tier V ships and season 5, for the first time in Legends, will call the tier VI machines to battle. Both seasons are filled with rewards which include season-specific patches which can be only obtained during the respective events. Such goodies as boosters, camo and currencies will round up the rewards list.
World of Warships: Legends brings a few changes based on player feedback: the battle HUD can now be scaled for those who prefer their interface elements bigger. To add to that, captains can now take beauty shots of their steel monsters, thanks to the Photo mode in the port. Next, national voiceovers for every nation are added to the game, which means that no matter the game language, players can now listen to their commanders speak the language of their home ports. And finally, a humble Victory Day celebration is coming in the beginning of May. Look out for special missions and camouflage!
Experience epic naval action in World of Warships: Legends, a global multiplayer free-to-play online game where you can master the seas in history’s greatest warships! Recruit legendary commanders, upgrade your vessels, and stake your claim to naval supremacy with or against players around the world. LIMITLESS CONTENT Helm dozens of warships from the 20th century’s most powerful navies, set sail for glory across stunning oceanic vistas and soundscapes, and enjoy regular free updates. CHOOSE YOUR COMBAT STYLE Take control of destroyers, cruisers, or battleships to best suit your playstyle, from a guns blazing approach, to more careful and methodical attacks, and more. TURN THE TIDE IN EPIC 9 V 9 BATTLES Join forces with friends to challenge players around the world, and work together to devise strategies and plan attacks to outgun your opponents and turn the tide of battle.
We know you’re busy and might miss out on all the exciting things we’re talking about on Xbox Wire every week. If you’ve got a few minutes, we can help remedy that. We’ve pared down the past week’s news into one easy-to-digest article for all things Xbox! Or, if you’d rather watch than read, you can feast your eyes on our weekly video show above. Be sure to come back every Friday to find out what’s happening This Week on Xbox!
Inside Xbox April 2020 Episode News Recap Today, on our first Inside Xbox episode of 2020, we got a closer look at the single-player campaign in Grounded, the upcoming survival adventure game from our friends at Obsidian Entertainment, revealed the latest Xbox Game Pass titles… Read more
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Hotline Miami: Eight Years Later Eight years! It’s safe to say that we never expected Hotline Miami to continue to find new fans so far into the future when we first released it back in 2012, but here we are, beyond excited to finally bring the surreal series to Xbox One… Read more
Confront Rivals in Vigor – Season 3 on Xbox One Hei Outlanders. We decided to bring some fresh air into post-war Norway and have a ton of new stuff for Outlanders old and new alike. Since the very beginning, we were teasing bits and pieces of things to come, and now is a good time… Read more
Gears Tactics Achievements Revealed On April 28, fans will be able to experience one of gaming’s most beloved franchises in a whole new way with the release of Gears Tactics, launching on Windows 10 PC, Steam, and with Xbox Game Pass for PC (Beta) as well as an Xbox console… Read more
Come Hop Into Trove’s Bunfest on Xbox One Oh my, Trovians, have you heard the news? Trove has been overrun with a bountiful bunanza of bopping bunnies! From the lush Medieval Highlands to sun-baked Geode Topside, from the depths of Treasure Isles to the eyries of the Skylands… Read more
Roblox’s Egg Hunt Event is Back in Action on Xbox One Roblox’s annual Egg Hunt event is here on Xbox One, and this time, you’ve been assigned to an international agency of spies known as E.G.G. (Extract, Gather, Guard). Link up with your fellow agents and take on top-secret missions… Read more
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Free Play Days – Gears 5 In case you missed it, we’ve had a lot of updates and news for Gears 5 – Free Play Days, Batista, and Operation 3 Gridiron. Let’s jump in! Welcome to Gears 5 – Operation 3: Gridiron! Get in on this single life objective mode with two teams… Read more
Donate to the CDC Foundation By Playing Xbox Supporting organizations that are making a difference amidst today’s coronavirus pandemic is more important right now than ever. Many people are seeking ways to help through the activities and passions they’re doing from home… Read more
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Game industry changes, popular and trending games differ by era. The arcade games we knew in the 80s and 90s are a minority now. We wanted to rekindle that old-school flame once again with Glaive: Brick Breaker.
Keeping that thought in our minds, we wanted to make a game that would bring those old memories back. With upgraded game systems, new ideas for game mechanics, better visuals, level creator and local versus mode we wanted to present brick breaker genre from a new perspective. You will find many different power-ups in game like magnetic fields, blasters, rockets, fireballs and even special abilities usable in each stage.
Players will find over 200 levels of pure arcade fun, great for short game session between bigger titles. That’s also something we do, while creating games – quick few rounds of Glaive: Brick Breaker during coffee breaks ideally put out any work tension we had.
It’s always great to create something you had in your mind – we incorporated Level Creator mode in Glaive: Brick Breaker, so players can create their own levels and play them. Among different stage themes we have brick types, with different behaviors, possibility to set brick’s durability, color, model and more.
We hope you’ll enjoy breaking down bricks in many levels of Glaive: Brick Breaker as much as we have enjoyed making the game in the first place. We hope so especially now, since our title was made available on Xbox One and we are very happy about this.
Glaive: Brick Breaker
Blue Sunset Games
☆☆☆☆☆2
★★★★★
You have been granted access to pilot “Glaive” – a brick breaking battle ship. Use it to fight through tons of stages of intense arkanoid-style action. Key features: An all-new brick-breaking game. Level Creator Use your Glaive ship to break bricks and obtain many different powerups. Over 200 levels. Easy to learn controls. Great ball mechanics, that let you control it’s speed with a bit of experience. 2 player versus mode – grab a friend and find out who’s better. Boss fights – it’s never easy, but you can do it! Different game modes – classic, pong, shape breaker, boss fight. Beautiful 3D graphics. ROCKETS! Play on classic wooden table, in icy winter or in futuristic neon set. An all new arkanoid experience is waiting!
Hey Beta, Delta and Omega ring users! Today’s Xbox Insider Release Notes highlight the latest fixes, known issues, and features coming to your console. Starting at 2 p.m. PT today, users will receive the latest 2004 Xbox One system update (build: RS_XBOX_RELEASE_2004\19041.1888.200407-0000). Keep reading for more details.
System Update Details:
OS version released: RS_XBOX_RELEASE_2004\19041.1888.200407-0000
Available: 2 p.m. PT – April 9, 2020
Mandatory: 3 a.m. PT – April 10, 2020
Fixes for Beta, Delta and Omega
We’ve heard your feedback, and we’re happy to announce the following fixes have been implemented for this 2004 build:
System
Various updates to properly reflect local languages across the console.
Known Issues for Beta, Delta and Omega
We understand some issues have been listed in previous Xbox Insider Release Notes. These issues aren’t being ignored, but it will take Xbox engineers more time to find a solution. We appreciate your patience at this time!
Audio
Users who have Dolby Atmos enabled and console display settings set to 120hz with 36 bits per pixel (12-bit) are experiencing loss of Dolby Atmos audio in some situations.
Workaround: Disable 120hz or set Video Fidelity to 30 bits per pixel (10-bit) or lower.
Guide
Some users are reporting that they are not seeing Gamerpics or Profile information in the Friends tab. We are aware of the issue and investigating.
We’ve received reports that the Friends tab is not showing the correct status of online/offline friends.
Home
Users who use Energy-saving power mode may see the dashboard showing no network connection on boot. We are aware of the issue and investigating.
Note: The dashboard will refresh once the network connection is established, but may take up to a minute.
My Games & Apps
Users have reported seeing black tiles instead of game artwork when browsing their collection.
Note: We are still investigating the issue, please report the issue again from the console if you have done so with a prior update and are still seeing this behavior.
Some titles in collection may appear with a “trial” tag incorrectly in collection.
Profile Color
Sometimes users may encounter the incorrect Profile color when powering on the console.
Are you not seeing your issue listed above? Make sure to use Report a problem to keep us informed of your issue. We may not be able to respond to everyone, but the data we’ll gather is crucial to finding a resolution.
Learn more about feedback and how each ring is differentiated in the following links:
For more information regarding the Xbox Insider Program follow us on Twitter and join the community subreddit for support and updates. Keep an eye on future Xbox Insider Release Notes for more information regarding your Xbox One Update Preview ring!
