#Xbox mobile games

will be able to purchase and play games directly through the Xbox mobile app on Android. Xbox President Sarah Bond announced the news in a post on X (formerly Twitter), stating, “The court’s ruling to open up Google’s mobile store in the US will allow more choice and flexibility. The integration of Xbox Cloud Gaming will enable seamless access to newly purchased games, offering a streamlined experience for mobile users. Interestingly, while other platforms like Steam and PlayStation have long allowed game purchases via their mobile apps, Microsoft had not previously enabled this option in its Xbox app. Additionally, Microsoft is working on a browser-based Xbox mobile store, which was initially planned for release in July. The browser store will eventually focus on mobile games from Microsoft’s own studios, offering deals and in-game items. This latest development demonstrates Microsoft’s ongoing efforts to give gamers more ways to access their games, especially as the gaming industry shifts towards mobile and cloud-based solutions. As the company continues to build out its ecosystem, it’s likely that the Xbox mobile store will grow into a key part of its strategy. Read more in our articles including "Xbox to Launch Direct Game Sales on Android App Following Court Ruling" and "Microsoft rolls out Gaming Copilot on Windows 11, Xbox mobile app coming next".