The most significant new addition is the ability to pre-download a game’s upcoming updates on Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and Xbox One. This means that you won’t need to sit through a lengthy download on update release day and can instead jump right into the action.

Xbox is moving features from the Game Pass app into the regular one, meaning you'll no longer have to open both to find the feature you want.The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox

Microsoft has detailed Xbox ’s September update, which is available out now. On the console side, this month’s update introduces the ability to pre-download game updates. The feature lets players download updates for games early, so that when the update is set to go live it can simply be installed and played.

Microsoft has announced a series of changes and quality-of-life improvements to both Xbox's UI and the Xbox app on mobile devices and PC. The update includes the ability to pre-load games and game updates on Xbox consoles via the mobile app, although Microsoft hasn't yet announced a specific date when this feature will go live.

The Xbox Game Pass app can be used within the the main Xbox app, as Microsoft intends to streamline the two platforms.

In a bid to streamline its mobile gaming experience, the updated Xbox app will absorb the features of the separate Game Pass app.

Microsoft is merging the Xbox Game Pass app into the Xbox mobile app, simplifying access to game streaming, social features, and game updates.

Xbox has just released a new update to round out September, offering new features to those using its services via the Xbox App, PC, and consoles. For PC players, things are getting more compact. For console users,

Microsoft surprises Xbox Game Pass subscribers with four games that they can play with their subscriptions later today.