September 02, 2025
Xbox Update Makes It Easier to Resume Games Across Console, PC, and Handheld Microsoft’s August update brings synced play history across devices, including support for the upcoming ROG Xbox Ally
Microsoft is making it easier than ever to pick up where you left off on Xbox games, no matter which device you’re playing on. With the August update, your Xbox play history now syncs across consoles, PC, and eventually the ROG Xbox Ally handhelds launching this October.
That means if you start playing Gears of War: Reloaded on Xbox Series X|S and later switch to PC, the game will appear in your play history and be ready to launch. Even cloud-enabled titles—whether owned or accessed via Game Pass—will now show up in your recently played list. This includes legacy classics like The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind.
📱 Boost for the ROG Xbox Ally
This feature will be especially useful for the upcoming ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X handhelds. One of their main selling points is the ability to resume games on the go, and synced play history ensures a smoother experience across devices. However, supported titles will still need to be compatible with the handhelds.
🛠️ Tracking Games Made Easier
The update also improves how players track owned games, streamlining libraries across devices. This helps reduce confusion when switching platforms and makes it easier to manage your collection.
💰 Pricing Still Unconfirmed
While the ROG Xbox Ally lineup is getting closer to release, Microsoft has yet to confirm official pricing. Previous leaks, including Best Buy listings, suggested the handheld could cost $550 for the base model and $900 for the Ally X, but those figures remain speculative.
⚡ The Bottom Line
With cross-device play history now rolling out, Xbox is taking another step toward seamless gaming across console, PC, and handhelds. Whether you’re playing via cloud streaming or jumping between platforms, resuming your favorite games is now faster and easier.