iToverDose/Technology· 30 APRIL 2026 · 18:02

Xbox’s Quick Resume gets smarter with per-game controls

Microsoft’s latest Xbox update lets players toggle Quick Resume for individual games, tackling performance lag in multiplayer and online titles. The change addresses long-standing user feedback about stability.

The Verge2 min read0 Comments

Microsoft has rolled out an Xbox system update for Series X|S consoles that introduces granular control over Quick Resume, the platform’s signature feature for instant game switching. The update addresses complaints from players whose sessions suffered from lag or disconnections after prolonged idle times or in multiplayer-heavy titles.

A long-awaited tweak to Quick Resume

Quick Resume lets users jump between suspended games without reloading from scratch, a hallmark convenience of Xbox’s all-digital ecosystem. Yet some players noticed performance dips when returning to titles that demand persistent internet connections or real-time multiplayer interactions. Microsoft acknowledged these pain points in its release notes: “We’ve heard your feedback around performance after long periods of inactivity or with games that rely heavily on online connections.”

How the new setting works

The update adds a toggle in the My games & apps menu that disables Quick Resume for selected titles. Players can now exclude problematic games while keeping the feature active for others that run smoothly. Microsoft also confirmed that Home screen organization now supports up to ten custom groups, giving users more flexibility to sort their libraries by genre, playstyle, or priority.

To adjust the setting:

  • Press the Xbox button to open the guide.
  • Navigate to Profile & system > Settings > General > Power mode & startup.
  • Toggle Quick Resume per title and select which games to exclude.

Why this matters for Xbox gamers

The change reflects Microsoft’s responsiveness to community feedback, particularly from competitive and co-op players who rely on stable connections. Excluding titles like Call of Duty or Fortnite from Quick Resume can prevent session drops or corrupted save states after extended breaks. Meanwhile, single-player or offline games remain unaffected, preserving the original convenience.

The update also hints at broader system improvements, with Microsoft hinting at additional customization options in future releases. For now, players can fine-tune their experience without sacrificing the core value of Quick Resume—just with more control over when it’s enabled.

What’s next for Xbox Series X|S

Microsoft’s April update arrives amid a push to refine the Xbox ecosystem ahead of summer game releases. While Quick Resume’s per-title toggle addresses a niche but persistent issue, the company continues to iterate on system stability and user experience. Expect further refinements as more players adopt the feature and share their workflows with Microsoft’s feedback channels.

AI summary

Xbox Serisi X / S sahipleri artık Quick Resume özelliğini belirli oyunlar için devre dışı bırakabilir. Microsoft, yeni güncellemesi ile birlikte kullanıcıların deneyimini iyileştirmeyi hedefliyor.

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