Microsoft has just started rolling out a notable update to the Xbox Home UI as part of its June dashboard release, giving players more control over what they see when they power on their console. This update introduces features such as pinning favorite games or apps, hiding system apps, and adjusting how many recently used tiles appear on the homescreen. After a brief preview period with Insiders last month, these options are now reaching all Xbox users, promising a cleaner and more personalized experience.

Xbox Home screens have evolved significantly over the years, moving from a static list of games and apps to a dynamic dashboard incorporating social feeds, promotions, and quick-access shortcuts. In 2023, Microsoft rolled out a major redesign aimed at improving navigation, adding more visible background space, and making it easier to launch games, access the Store, and manage settings. This latest update builds on that philosophy by responding directly to user feedback about clutter and the desire for quicker access to frequently used content.

Xbox Insiders first tested these personalization options in May 2025. Feedback channels like the Xbox Insider subreddit and official feedback tools indicated that many users wanted to surface their go-to titles more prominently and hide elements they rarely use. Microsoft’s engineering leads highlighted that Home should feel like “your space,” aligning with community calls for a dashboard that reflects individual preferences rather than one-size-fits-all design moves.

The centerpiece of this update is the ability to pin up to three of your most-played or favorite games/apps so they remain at the forefront of the “Recently played” section even as you launch other titles. This means that if you frequently switch between a handful of games or apps, you won’t have to scroll through a long list to get back to them. Instead, your pins stay anchored in place, offering a sort of “shortcut bar” within the recently used area.

In addition, you can now hide system apps—think Settings, Store, or other built-in features—from appearing on the Home screen. This declutters the interface and centers attention on games and entertainment apps you actually use. Finally, there’s a toggle for how many recently used items appear: instead of the default nine tiles, you can reduce the count to as few as four, offering a minimalist look for those who prefer less visual noise or who want larger tiles for easier navigation.

If you’re eager to try out these new options, head to Settings > General > Personalization > Games & apps on your Xbox console. There, you’ll find checkboxes and dropdowns corresponding to pinning favorites, hiding system apps, and adjusting tile count. The UI is straightforward: pinning involves selecting a game or app from your recently played list and marking it as a favorite, while hiding system apps simply requires toggling them off. The tile count adjustment offers choices between four and nine visible items.

Since this rollout follows a swift Insider test phase that began in mid-May, most users should see these options available as of June 23, 2025 (depending on region and console version). If you don’t see them immediately, try restarting your console or checking for system updates to ensure you’re on the latest dashboard version.