It was a typical evening for gamers, immersed in their Xbox adventures late into the night. Suddenly, their gaming session got a delightful interruption—a notification about a new system update. This unexpected surprise was loaded with essential fixes and exciting new features. As soon as the download was complete, players eagerly dove back into their virtual worlds, taking on in-game monsters with renewed vigor.
Hey there, Insiders! Grab your festive gear because we’ve got a cheerful community update just for you. First off, the team sends warm wishes for a joyful holiday season and a safe, happy new year. Personally, I’m not the biggest fan of the cold, dark days, but they arrive every year regardless. On the upside, this weather is perfect for donning cozy sweaters and staying indoors for some epic Xbox sessions.
As customary during this time of year, the team has put the release of preview builds on temporary hold for both console and PC, ensuring that everyone’s Xbox experience remains solid through the holiday break. But don’t worry—they’re already cooking up future releases while continually reviewing feedback to tackle any issues that might pop up.
Keep an eye on the Insider Hub throughout December and January—there’s always something new waiting for you!
From Our Team to You
Thank you all for being such an amazing community. It’s hard to express just how proud I am to be part of the Xbox Insider Program. Your support is invaluable to us, and we truly appreciate everything you do to make this community thrive.
Before I wrap up, I checked in with a few team members to see what they’re up to this month—be it gaming, chilling, or anything else they’d like to share. Here’s the scoop:
- Jon: He’s aiming to wrap up "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle," along with the "Ode to Castlevania" DLC for "Vampire Survivors."
- Joshua: Excited to revisit all the classic holiday movies and dive into "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle."
- Tim: Enjoys challenging himself with "Nine Sols" and is eager to reunite with family traveling from afar for the holidays.
- Donovan: Thrilled about the prospect of playing "Path of Exile 2," soaking up quality family time, and basking in the joy of nostalgic Christmas films.
- Sally: Plans involve a cookie feast, cozy games, hoping for new "PowerWash Simulator" DLC, and cherished moments with family and friends.
- Leland: Every December, he disconnects to fully immerse himself in two story-games from his carefully curated list. This ritual of complete gaming indulgence is a highlight of his year—the countdown to this long-anticipated week is nearly over.
As for me, I’ve managed to complete the Black Ops 6 camo grind, so it’s game on! I’m also gearing up to conquer the achievements in "Aliens: Dark Descent" and preparing for the annual battle with Jack Frost to keep my geese’s pond from freezing.
What about you? We’d love to hear your plans for this month, the games you’re diving into, and how you’re celebrating the holiday season. Join the conversation on our subreddit, pinned right at the top under the December Community update. I’ll be jumping in all month as ScantilyCloud to chat and answer your questions. Don’t hesitate to drop us your 2024 game recommendations too—after all, our backlogs could always use a little more filling!
