Microsoft’s Xbox team aims to unite all gaming platforms under one roof with the new interface system it developed under the code name Project Rainway.
According to information obtained from reliable sources of Windows Central, Microsoft’s Xbox The team is preparing to undertake a new cross-platform project. Developed with inspiration from Battle.net, Project Rainway aims to bring together players on different platforms in a common interface, while also including in-game APIs and user experience features.
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The system is designed to include cross-save and progression features that have been tested in games such as Indiana Jones and The Great Circle. This new technology will allow players to synchronize their game data regardless of platform and have an uninterrupted experience. This move by Microsoft is seen as an important step towards eliminating platform boundaries in the gaming industry.
The basis of Microsoft’s move lies in its aim to expand the Xbox ecosystem beyond hardware boundaries. Project Rainway aims to deliver a seamless gaming experience across PC, console and mobile platforms. While the system plans to make the in-game guide menu available on all platforms, it also includes the integration of Xbox Live services on each platform.
This new interface is designed to be compatible with the Xbox handheld console, which is expected to be released in the future. Experts state that this development is a critical part of Microsoft’s “Xbox everywhere” vision and will strengthen the company’s position in the gaming market.
Game industry analysts predict that if the project is successful, a new era may begin in the industry and other major game companies may take similar steps. Although it has not yet been announced exactly when Project Rainway will be available, Microsoft is expected to share more detailed information later this year.