Microsoft Beta-Launches Xbox Copilot Gaming Assistant

Microsoft has launched a beta version of Copilot for Gaming, an AI assistant accessible via the Xbox mobile app on iOS and Android in select regions. The assistant provides real-time game tips, strategy advice, personalized recommendations, and quick access to account data like achievements and play history. It utilizes both public information and user activity to answer gaming-related questions, aiming to streamline the experience and potentially replace traditional strategy guides. Some reviewers appreciate the convenience, while others argue similar outcomes are possible with existing voice assistants and raise concerns about the impact on gaming guide websites. The beta version currently functions as a second-screen companion, with Microsoft planning deeper integration and more coaching features for Xbox consoles. User feedback from the beta will help refine the assistant ahead of a broader rollout.