The Xbox January 2026 update is now being highlighted by the folks over at Xbox Wire, and as usual with these updates in recent months, it's not really very console-focused — the updates encompass everything nowadays.
Having said that, the Xbox PC app has gotten some fresh updates, Xbox Cloud Gaming is expanding to new smart TV devices, a new batch of games are now handheld optimised for ROG Xbox Ally, and more.
So, let's take a look at what Xbox is highlighting in the January 2026 update:
Xbox PC App Experience Expands to Arm-based Windows 11 PCs
"We’re excited to share that the Xbox PC app experience is expanding support to Arm-based Windows 11 PCs. Now you can download titles from the Xbox PC app catalog to unlock more games to play locally on Arm-based Windows 11 PCs. This includes all the titles offered through your Xbox Game Pass subscription."
Game Save Sync Indicator Is Now Live
"We’re rolling out a feature you’ve been asking for: the Game Save Sync Indicator is now available across PC and handheld experiences. This player-first feature gives you real-time visibility into your cloud save status, so you’ll always know when your gameplay progress is synced. Whether you’re wrapping up on your PC or powering down your handheld, you can hit the road with confidence. No more guesswork. No more lost progress. Just seamless, stress-free play across devices, wherever your travels take you."
Xbox Cloud Gaming Coming to Select Hisense and V homeOS Smart TVs
"At CES, Xbox teamed up with V (formerly VIDAA) to announce that the Xbox app is coming to select Hisense and V homeOS-powered Smart TVs in 2026. This partnership means more ways to play, giving you the freedom to jump into your favorite games on even more devices. Soon, Xbox Game Pass subscribers will be able to stream hundreds of games directly through the Xbox app on supported TVs via Xbox Cloud Gaming."
Beyond these new features, Microsoft is highlighting new lists of game additions for its Handheld Compatibility Program, Xbox Play Anywhere, Xbox Stream Your Own Game, Xbox Retro Classics and Mouse & Keyboard support — all of which you can check out via the Xbox Wire link down below.