Microsoft has inadvertently revealed a potential new feature for Xbox consoles in a recently published blog post titled "Opening a Billion Doors with Xbox." The post, which was quickly amended after its initial release, included an image showcasing Xbox Series X | S consoles alongside various devices. Upon closer examination, as reported by The Verge, a tab labeled "Steam" was visible on one of the device screens, sparking curiosity and speculation.
This unexpected inclusion of Steam, Valve’s popular PC gaming platform, in an Xbox UI mockup suggests that Microsoft might be developing a feature that allows Xbox users to view and possibly interact with games installed through multiple PC storefronts, including Steam and the Epic Games Store. The image was promptly removed from the blog post, indicating that this feature might not have been ready for public viewing.
According to sources cited by The Verge, Microsoft is indeed exploring ways to integrate various PC gaming libraries into the Xbox ecosystem. This potential update is still in its early stages, and there's no immediate timeline for its rollout. If implemented, it would represent a significant step towards unifying the gaming experience across different platforms.
Over the past decade, Microsoft has been increasingly bringing its Xbox titles to PC and other gaming platforms. Notable examples include Pentiment and Grounded, which are available on PS4, PS5, and Nintendo Switch. There are also ongoing rumors about the Master Chief Collection potentially coming to PlayStation.
Microsoft’s efforts to blend the lines between Xbox and PC gaming are evident in recent initiatives like the "This is an Xbox" campaign, which highlights the versatility of Xbox gaming across multiple devices. In an interview with Polygon, Xbox head Phil Spencer expressed interest in integrating other PC stores like Itch.io and the Epic Games Store into Xbox hardware.
Looking further ahead, reports suggest that Microsoft's next-generation Xbox, expected around 2027, will be more akin to a PC than any previous Xbox model, further emphasizing the convergence of console and PC gaming.
### Xbox Games Series Tier List
