When in doubt, try to simplify (or at least merge a few iOS apps together to make things somewhat easier).
Microsoft has begun working to simplify its Xbox gaming apps for iOS by merging its Xbox Game Pass app into its Xbox app for iOS.
The Xbox Games Pass provides subscription-based access to a variety of games that can be downloaded to an Xbox. The Xbox app is one that gives more access to the console, including streaming games, as well as social elements.
Via its Xbox September Update blog post, Microsoft has stated that in addition to moving features from the Xbox Game Pass app to the Xbox app, Xbox beta members will get access to the features at first, before rolling it out to everyone else. The company also noted that it will begin blocking new downloads of the Xbox Game Pass app from November, forcing users to use just the Xbox app.
The existing Xbox app on iPhone will continue to function as normal, but will have extra features added to it.
Microsoft also outlined changes to allow players to play games as soon as updates are live, new Wish List notifications, and more alterations to the Windows version of the Xbox app.
Stay tuned for additional changes as they become available.
Via AppleInsider and Microsoft