Fans of older hardware can choose themes like "The Original" (inspired by the OG Xbox) or the "Xbox 360" and "Xbox 360 Blades" themes. Exclusive Controller Themes How To Fully Customise Your Xbox Home Screen
These are often released alongside major titles or anniversaries. Popular options include backgrounds for Halo Infinite , Starfield , Diablo IV , Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 , and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt .
While many users search for a way to "download" these themes like traditional DLC, dynamic backgrounds are actually and updated automatically by Microsoft. You don’t need to visit the Microsoft Store; instead, you find them through your system settings. Steps to Change Your Dynamic Background: Press the Xbox button to open the guide. Navigate to Profile & system > Settings . Select General > Personalization . Choose My background and then select Dynamic backgrounds .
As of early 2026, there are over available for Xbox Series X|S users. They generally fall into three categories:
These feature minimalist moving patterns like "Waves," "Motes," and "Ribbons." Many of these allow you to customize the color based on your system’s accent color.
Browse the available categories (Games, Xbox, or Abstract) and press to apply your favorite. Types of Dynamic Backgrounds Available
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dashboard with dynamic backgrounds is one of the best ways to make your console feel truly next-gen. Unlike static wallpapers, these dynamic themes feature subtle movements, particle effects, and shifting colors that bring your home screen to life. How to Access and "Download" Dynamic Themes
