A new Xbox update brings some fixes and improvements to the Series S and Series X – but the update suddenly makes the screenshot feature on Microsoft's smaller console work worse than before.
Microsoft has announced a new console update that will initially be made available to Xbox Insiders. The system update However, the Series S doesn't just provide improvements, but also for a feature to suddenly run worse than before. Screenshots can From now on, on the smaller Xbox only in HD resolution at most be included.
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Xbox Series S: Update makes screenshot feature worse
To date, screenshots on the Xbox Series S can either recorded in 1440p resolution or upscaled 4K depending on the resolution players have set when gaming. This option is now removed by the new update. The reason for this step is not clear from the update notes.
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Apart from the unexpected screenshot nerf, Microsoft has provided the new update with further changes and patches – among other things The personal game view has a few new filters, with which you can scroll through your games faster. You can view the full patch notes on the Xbox website. (Source: Xbox)
New Xbox rumors send community into turmoil
However, changing the screenshot resolution is likely to only play a minor role for many Xbox fans at the moment. Rumors that Microsoft could bring exclusive games like Starfield, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Hellblade 2 to the PS5 are currently causing a stir. If Xbox actually gives up its exclusive games, this would definitely overshadow the limitations of the screenshot feature. Xbox boss Phil Spencer wants to take a closer look at the rumors shortly.
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