This major update delivers a redesigned modern interface, improved Xbox Remote Play quality, advanced video upscaling, external-display support, performance tools, and many refinements for phones, tablets, Android TV devices, and handhelds.

XBXPlay is built to be one of the most feature-rich and stable options for Xbox Remote Play on Android, with a strong focus on low latency, high image quality, flexible controls, and broad device compatibility.

A valid license is required for the standalone APK version and can be purchased here:

https://streamingdv.com/shop-list-xbxplay-ns.html

Google Play Store:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.grill.xbxplay

XBXPlay Android v2.1.0

Version 2.1.0 is a major XBXPlay update focused on a completely refreshed experience, improved streaming quality, better device support, and powerful new features for Xbox Remote Play.

Major Highlights

Redesigned Modern UI

Completely redesigned modern user interface.
Refined layouts for phones, tablets, foldables, handhelds, and Android TV.
Improved dashboard, console cards, settings, and onboarding flows.
Better visual consistency throughout the app.
Improved navigation with touch controls, mouse input, D-pad navigation, and gamepads.
Enhanced Android TV experience.

High-Quality Streaming and Video Upscaling

Improved 1080p HQ streaming support.
FSR video upscaling for a sharper, clearer image.
Configurable FSR sharpening.
Manual bitrate adjustment for fine-grained network tuning.
Optimized low-latency streaming pipeline.
Improved image quality on high-resolution displays and external screens.
Better stream stability and rendering behavior.

Performance Overlay

New in-stream performance overlay.
View important live streaming statistics while playing.
Easier troubleshooting of network, decoding, and rendering performance.
Useful for optimizing bitrate, resolution, and streaming settings.

Controller and Input Improvements

Advanced gamepad button mapping.
Improved controller compatibility for USB-OTG and Bluetooth controllers.
Customizable touch-based on-screen gamepad layouts.
Use XBXPlay as a virtual Xbox gamepad.
Improved controller handling for Android handhelds, phones, tablets, and TV devices.
Continued support for Xbox 360 backward-compatible games through your Xbox console.

External Display Support

Stream to supported external displays.
Better support for Android devices connected to monitors, TVs, and capture-compatible displays.
Improved display handling for handheld docks and desktop-style Android setups.
More flexibility for playing on a larger screen without giving up XBXPlay’s low-latency features.

Local Multiplayer Support

Experimental local multiplayer support.
Expanded options for playing together through your console.
Continued improvements to multi-controller and input handling.

Microphone Support

Microphone input support for compatible streaming scenarios.

Widgets and Quality of Life

New Android home-screen widget support.
Quickly access XBXPlay from the Android home screen.
Improved app launch and console access workflows.
General UI refinements and usability improvements.

Android TV, Handheld, and Device Support

XBXPlay is designed for a wide range of Android hardware, including:

Android phones and tablets
Android TV and Google TV devices
Amazon Fire TV devices
Meta Quest headsets
Odin handhelds
Retroid Pocket handhelds
Logitech G Cloud and similar Android gaming devices
External-display and docked Android setups

Why XBXPlay?

XBXPlay provides an advanced alternative to the official Xbox Remote Play experience with features focused on image quality, control flexibility, and responsiveness:

1080p and 1080p HQ streaming support
FSR video upscaling
Manual bitrate control
Customizable touch controls
Advanced controller mapping
Xbox 360 backward-compatible game support
Virtual Xbox gamepad functionality
External-display support
Performance monitoring
Picture-in-Picture support on compatible devices
Multi-window support on compatible devices
Optimized low-latency streaming
Android Home-Screen Widget support

Android Notes

Some functionality depends on your Android version, device hardware, controller, Xbox console configuration, and network conditions.

For the best Remote Play experience:

Use a wired Ethernet connection for your Xbox when possible.
Connect your Android device to stable 5 GHz Wi-Fi.
Use a reliable internet connection when playing away from home.
Keep your Xbox console and Android device up to date.

System Requirements

Android 6.0 or newer
Minimum 2 GB RAM recommended
Minimum display resolution of 1024 × 768 recommended
Xbox One, Xbox One S/X, Xbox Series S, or Xbox Series X
A stable local network or internet connection for Remote Play

Licensing

The standalone XBXPlay APK requires a valid Android license.

Purchase a license here:

https://streamingdv.com/shop-list-xbxplay-ns.html

The Google Play version is purchased and licensed directly through Google Play. Standalone APK licenses are separate and can be used across your compatible personal Android devices.

Support

If you encounter an issue, please include:

Android device model
Android version
Xbox console model
Controller model and connection type
Streaming settings
Whether you are connecting locally or from away
A short description of the issue

Send reports to:

streamingdv@outlook.com

Join the community and follow development on the XBXPlay subreddit:

https://www.reddit.com/r/XBXPlay/

Thank you for supporting XBXPlay and helping make Xbox Remote Play on Android more powerful, flexible, and enjoyable.

Full Changelog: https://github.com/streamingdv/XBXPlay-Application-Hosting/commits/v2.1.0

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About XBXPlay: Remote Play (github version) 2.1.0

XBXPlay Application Hosting

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Welcome to the XBXPlay application hosting repository. XBXPlay is a third-party Xbox Remote Play client for Android, optimized for low-latency game streaming on phones, tablets, Android TV devices, handhelds, and more.

Download

Download the current standalone APK from the Releases page.

XBXPlay is currently available for Android devices running Android 6.0 or newer.

Key Features

1080p Remote Play: Stream Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One games at up to 1080p.
FSR Video Upscaling: Enhance image clarity with AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution video upscaling.
Low-Latency Streaming: Optimized streaming pipeline for responsive Remote Play.
Manual Bitrate Adjustment: Tune the stream bitrate to fit your network connection.
Xbox 360 Backward-Compatible Games: Play supported Xbox 360 games through your console.
Custom Onscreen Controls: Create touch gamepad layouts tailored to individual games.
Controller Support: Use USB-OTG and Bluetooth controllers with customizable button mapping.
Virtual Xbox Gamepad: Use your Android device as a virtual gamepad for your Xbox.
Fullscreen Streaming: Play without black bars using fullscreen scaling options.
Picture-in-Picture and Multi-Window: Continue watching or playing while using other apps on supported Android versions.
External Display Support: Enjoy Remote Play on a connected external display or with Dual-Screen support on devices like the Ayn Thor.
Performance Overlay: Monitor important streaming performance metrics while playing.
Experimental Local Multiplayer: Support for local multiplayer scenarios.
Android TV and Handheld Support: Designed for Android TV devices, Odin, Retroid Pocket, Ayn Thor, Amazon Fire TV, Meta Quest, phones, and tablets.

Licensing

A valid license is required to use the standalone XBXPlay APK. Licenses can be purchased here.

This is a one-time purchase for personal use across multiple compatible Android devices. The Google Play version is purchased and licensed directly through Google Play; standalone APK licenses are separate.

Android Version

Download XBXPlay from Google Play, or download the standalone APK from the latest GitHub release.

The standalone APK has no Google Play dependencies, making it suitable for devices without the Play Store, including Amazon Fire TV, Meta Quest, and certain Android handhelds.

For the best streaming experience, use a wired network connection for your Xbox where possible, connect your Android device to 5 GHz Wi-Fi, and use a stable internet connection when playing remotely.