Xbox CEO Asha Sharma confirmed on August 5 via X that the team is developing an achievement system similar to PlayStation's Platinum trophy, responding to a fan's question.

What Was Said

User @brandonww83 asked, "When will you introduce an equivalent to the Platinum trophy for achievements?" Sharma replied simply, "The team is working on something for the end of this year!" No further details about the name, visual design, or an exact launch date were shared.

How PlayStation's Platinum Trophy Works

On PlayStation, once you collect all trophies (bronze, silver, gold) in a game, you earn a special Platinum trophy unique to that title. This has become a status symbol among players, showing how thoroughly you've completed games and how many Platinum trophies you have. Currently, Xbox does not have a similar "completion" reward; the system only tracks individual achievements and your total Gamerscore.

Interesting Detail: The Roles Have Reversed

The Xbox achievement system was actually introduced in 2005 with the Xbox 360, and PlayStation responded with its own trophy system on the PS3 in 2008, starting with Super Stardust HD. Now, Xbox is preparing to bring back a refined version of the format it originally started, inspired by Sony's take.

Other New Features Announced

• Voice chat in game captures
• Expanded cloud save features
• More comprehensive game wishlists
• New sorting options for viewing achievements

What We Still Don't Know

Sharma's statement leaves many questions unanswered. It's still unclear whether the system will be called "Platinum," how DLC and future updates will affect completion status, or if the feature will be applied retroactively to older games. Some sources refer to it as a "Completion Bonus," but that's just speculation and not an official name.

When the new feature arrives, you can top up your account funds without sharing credit card information. Use an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate gift card from Lotkeys to expand your library and get ready for the new achievement system.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the new system launching?

Sharma only mentioned "by the end of this year" with no exact date announced yet.

Will it be called "Platinum"?

Probably not. Sources suggest Xbox is likely to choose a different name and visual design that fits its own brand identity, but nothing has been officially confirmed.

Is the Gamerscore system going away?

No, current information indicates that Gamerscore will remain; the new feature will be an additional completion reward.