Microsoft-owned gaming console brand Xbox has announced that it is rolling out its October update. This update includes keyboard mapping for Xbox controllers, the ability to easily import Xbox game captures to edit in Clipchamp, and more.
Let’s check out all the features that Xbox introduced with the latest October update.
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With the latest October update, users will be able to map controller buttons for their Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 and the Xbox Adaptive Controller to their keyboard.
This is something that many people have asked for, especially in the PC gaming and accessibility communities. It can be really useful when playing games that have lots of different actions or commands, and when the game doesn’t let you customise the controller the way you want.
Now, the Xbox Accessories app will support controller-to-keyboard input mapping on both PC and console. You will be able to choose any button on your Elite Series 2 or port on your Xbox Adaptive Controller and remap it to your desired keyboard key.
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With the latest update, you can now easily take your game captures from Xbox and bring them into Microsoft Clipchamp, which is a built-in video editing tool for your Windows PC and browser. Now, when you use Clipchamp, you’ll notice a new “Xbox” option in the import panel. Once imported, you’re ready to create videos of your gaming moments by trimming, cropping, adding text, transitions, and other effects. Afterwards, you can easily share these videos with your friends, family, and followers.
Xbox is making it easier for you to manage your data-sharing preferences. The company has updated the controls, so once you set your preferences on one gaming device, like an Xbox console, you won’t have to do it again on any other device, whether it’s Xbox Cloud Gaming, a PC, or a mobile device. When you sign in or create a new account, you’ll be asked to choose your settings, and you can adjust these settings from any Xbox gaming device.
Xbox announced that it is experimenting with a feature that will make it easier to jump into a game with your friends from your profile. From your profile page, you’ll be able to invite friends to a party and join a game. This feature is rolling out to a random subset of users.
