Xbox Making Big Changes to Achievements

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Xbox is updating its achievement system, and members of its Insider program are getting an early look. Achievements have been a key feature of Xbox since 2005, giving players a sense of accomplishment and encouraging them to fully explore games.

Xbox is currently going through a big change. While the Xbox Series X/S hasn’t been as popular as previous Microsoft consoles, the company is working to regain excitement among players. This year brought leadership changes, with Asha Sharma becoming the new head of Xbox, replacing Phil Spencer. It’s unclear what the future holds, but fans are hoping to see improvements.

Xbox Achievement Changes Revealed

Xbox is updating how achievements work, with changes rolling out now to Xbox Insiders and eventually to all players. One key update is a highlight on your profile when you earn 100% of the achievements in a game. This will make it easier to showcase your dedication, especially in challenging games like Elden Ring, and ensure your biggest accomplishments stand out.

Later this month, Xbox is introducing a new feature that lets users hide games from their profile. This means players can keep games they’re not particularly proud of—or games where they struggled with achievements—hidden from others. While it might seem like a small change, Xbox says it’s been a highly requested feature. As gamers increasingly value their privacy, this new option will likely be welcomed. Hiding games won’t affect a player’s Gamerscore.

Starting in March, Xbox let players personalize their experience even further with more color options. Now, when you earn an achievement, the notification will match your chosen color scheme, and special animations will pop up when you unlock classic or rare achievements.

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The recent changes to achievement features have been well-received online, with many users saying they’re long overdue. While this update probably won’t instantly attract new customers to Xbox, it should improve the overall experience for existing players. As Xbox plans its next-generation consoles – currently known as Project Helix – building positive sentiment is crucial. Launching new consoles is always challenging, particularly with rising component costs like RAM. Xbox still has work to do to regain player trust, but each improvement is a step in the right direction.

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2026-04-09 03:10