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Microsoft Tests Xbox Achievement Refresh With Color-Matched Pop-Ups and Profile Controls

The Insider test signals a renewed push to answer long‑standing fan requests.

Overview

  • Microsoft, which detailed the changes Wednesday, began rolling them out to select Xbox Insiders for testing.
  • Achievement pop-ups now feature new icons and animations for classic and rare unlocks, and the notification color follows each user's chosen UI color.
  • Games with 100% of available Gamerscore are highlighted in the achievements list, with filters that make completed titles easy to find.
  • An option to hide any game from a public achievement history begins Insider rollout later in April, while hidden games still count toward total Gamerscore and activity logs.
  • Xbox plans a broader release after testing, and CEO Asha Sharma says a dedicated team is driving more achievement updates based on player feedback.