Microsoft Tests Xbox Copilot for Mobile Gaming on iOS & Android
▼ Summary
– Microsoft launched a beta version of Copilot for Gaming, accessible via the Xbox app on iOS and Android.
– The beta allows users to ask game-related questions, get personalized tips, and access info based on their play history and achievements.
– Copilot for Gaming operates as a second-screen feature to avoid disrupting gameplay, as explained by Xbox’s Taylor O’Malley.
– The assistant uses Xbox player activity and Bing data to generate responses, with plans to add more features like proactive coaching.
– The beta is available in English for players 18+ in select countries, with expansion to more regions planned later.
Microsoft is expanding its AI gaming assistant with a new beta test of Xbox Copilot for mobile players. The feature, now available through the Xbox app on iOS and Android, lets users ask questions about games, achievements, and subscriptions while keeping gameplay uninterrupted on their main screen.
During this initial phase, Copilot for Gaming can provide personalized responses by analyzing a player’s Xbox activity alongside Bing’s public data. Whether asking for achievement tips, game recommendations, or subscription details, users get tailored answers without leaving their gaming session. For instance, queries like “What was my last Starfield achievement?” or “Which horror games match my preferences?” generate instant, relevant responses.
Taylor O’Malley, Xbox’s principal program manager, emphasized that the second-screen functionality ensures players stay focused on gameplay while accessing assistance. Microsoft plans to enhance the tool with deeper personalization, including proactive coaching, as development progresses.
Currently, the beta is limited to English-speaking players 18+ in select regions, including the US, Canada, Australia, Japan, and parts of Europe, the Middle East, and Latin America. Expansion to additional markets is expected later.
!A smartphone displaying the Xbox app with Copilot for Gaming in action
This move signals Microsoft’s push to integrate AI deeper into gaming, offering real-time support without disrupting the player experience. As testing continues, feedback from beta users will shape future updates before a wider rollout.
(Source: TechCrunch)
