Source: Windows Central
Update: Microsoft has acknowledged the issues here, and is working on a fix.
Update 2: It seems like the Xbox Insider Hub HTTP errors are fixed, but attempting to join the Minecraft ray-tracing beta may be slower than usual.
The Xbox Insider Hub for PC is currently experiencing issues, likely stemming from the massive influx of people trying to get into the Minecraft ray-tracing beta for Windows 10 Bedrock Edition that just dropped earlier today.
When trying to get into the Xbox Insider Hub for PC, you're given HTTP errors while trying to navigate the app. It seems like repeated attempts may eventually let you in, but I'd say it's pretty clear that the Xbox Insider Hub on PC hasn't had this kind of stress test before.
Source: NVIDIA Minecraft gets realistic lighting and shadows in this current beta test.
The Xbox Insider Hub for consoles still seems to be working as of writing, albeit a little more slowly than usual. The Xbox Insider Hub for PC typically gives you access to testing out upcoming games and other Windows 10 gaming-oriented features, such as the new Xbox (beta) app for Xbox Game Pass on PC, and new features in the Xbox Game Bar for PC.
If you can't get on at the moment, you can either keep trying to suffer through the errors or return later, as the load decreases. We'll update here when everything seems to have returned to normal. You can grab the Xbox Insider Hub for PC over here.
Related: How to play the Minecraft RTX ray-tracing beta for Windows 10
We may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.
How to (try to) get an Xbox Series X|S right now
Everything you need to know about buying an Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, and where to find stock before it runs out.
New privacy, security, and productivity features are coming to Edge today
Microsoft is rolling out version 88 of its Edge web browser today, bringing with it several new privacy, security and productivity features designed to make browsing the web easier and more secure. Microsoft is highlighting new password protection features that warn you if your password has been leaked, and can even generate new, more secure ones, as well as more customization features...
The Dell XPS 15 is our choice for best 15-inch laptop
For a lot of people, a 15-inch laptop is a perfect size that offers enough screen for multitasking, and in a lot of cases, some extra performance from powerful hardware. We've rounded up the best of the best at this size.
These great PC survival games will have you hooked in no time
Survival games task players with navigating harsh environments by gathering resources, building tools, and crafting shelters. These are the best representatives of the genre you can play on your PC.