Microsoft is looking for a passionate and talented creative director for a new studio responsible for delivering Microsoft Avatars across all its platforms, from Xbox One through to the modern workplace.
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Microsoft’s upcoming overhaul of Xbox One’s Avatars is reportedly on track for an April release, with a preview debut in the coming weeks.
A few months ago Xbox platform chief Mike Ybarra teased that Microsoft was looking into ways to extend the Xbox achievement system beyond gamerscore, and this just might be it.
Many months ago Microsoft announced that Xbox Avatars would receive a significant overhaul in 2017. Not only would they feature a completely new look, but they would also be more customizable for individuals with disabilities.
Here's an early look at the next version of the Xbox Avatar Editor, coming soon to Xbox One and Windows 10 as part of the Fall Creators Update.
It appears that the first stages of the upcoming Xbox Live avatar overhaul are underway, with a recent update to the app on select Xbox One consoles.
Xbox Avatars are set to get a complete overhaul in both visual design and functionality, in an update rolling out to Xbox One owners this fall.
Xbox Avatars is now available to folks using the Windows 10 Mobile Insider Preview to customize your Xbox Live mini-me!
