Microsoft's Xbox Copilot for Gaming: AI Assistant Enters Testing Phase

Microsoft Copilot for Gaming Enters Testing Phase

Microsoft has reportedly begun internally testing Copilot for Gaming, its under-development artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot for Xbox gamers. As per the report, the AI app is currently available to the company's employees. The Redmond-based tech giant unveiled the Xbox Copilot in March and showcased some of its features.

Once testing is complete, Microsoft plans to publicly test the AI chatbot with Windows Insiders. Notably, the AI-powered assistant can offer in-game assistance, game tips, and answer user queries about games.

Copilot for Gaming Enters Testing Phase

The Verge reports that Microsoft employees can now access the Copilot for Gaming AI assistant and try out its features. Citing unnamed sources, the publication claimed that the company is testing an early version of the feature within the Xbox mobile app. The assistant can access the user's Xbox account and respond to queries based on their data.

• The early version of Copilot allows users to ask about achievements and game recommendations.
• It can also assist in clearing game levels and downloading games based on natural language prompts.

AI Assistant Features and Future Developments

This version of Copilot for Gaming supports both text and voice input. The chatbot can respond through speech with multiple voice options including energetic, wise, chill, and heroic. Although an animated version of the chatbot is in development, it is not available for the internal testers yet.

Microsoft is also working to integrate Copilot Vision, allowing the AI to process visual data while users play, offering real-time assistance. Ultimately, the tech giant aims to make Copilot for Gaming accessible across various platforms, including the Xbox console.