Xbox one beta testers can now use mouse and keyboard

Microsoft has promised mouse and keyboard support for the Xbox One for several years, and it looks like they are finally ready to deliver on the promise. Following the announcement of a partnership with Razer to offer new accessories in September, a select few Xbox One owners can now start experimenting with using the mouse.

You can now play Xbox One with a mouse, although for now it is very limited

The new feature was announced yesterday and is part of a new system update, which is being rolled out for members of Alpha programs. Users just need to navigate to the corresponding Quest on the Xbox Insider Hub to enable mouse support, and Microsoft notes that no specific hardware is required. Don't expect to gain a huge advantage over opponents in multiplayer games as support is currently limited to Warframe, the online action game.

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In fact, Microsoft is taking great care to implement mouse and keyboard support on the Xbox One, to prevent some gamers from having an unfair advantage in games like first-person shooters. When the feature is extended to all console owners, developers will be able to choose whether their title supports mouse and keyboard.

This means that players who enjoy multiplayer-centric gameplay like Overwatch and Fortnite can breathe a sigh of relief, while those who prefer open-world RPGs and other titles in co-op or solo will have the option of a control scheme that can best suit your needs.

What do you think of the inclusion of mouse support on Microsoft's Xbox One?

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