Microsoft wants you to join its super-secret Alpha Skip-Ahead Xbox preview ring Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Microsoft wants you to join its super-secret Alpha Skip-Ahead Xbox preview ring "This ring's builds may not come to general availability for quite some time." News by Vikki Blake Contributor Updated on 22 Sep 2019 26 comments Microsoft is looking for more volunteers to join its early testing ring, Alpha Skip-Ahead. "We're looking for Xbox Insiders interested in joining our Alpha Skip-Ahead ring!" Microsoft said in a post (thanks, Engadget). "The Alpha Skip-Ahead ring currently has the latest 2004 OS build (2004.190918-1920), which is one of the next major releases expected to come to Xbox One. Typically, this ring's builds may not come to GA (general availability) for quite some time, and they can contain different features from other preview rings. "This ring serves as a building block for changes for Xbox One that have a larger impact on the functionality and stability of the system, overall." Also sharing the request on its subreddit, Microsoft explained the criteria to join the network used to be "closely guarded criteria for enrollment selection", but is now asking for volunteers. Interested? You'd better hurry, then. Applications will close at midnight PT (8am tomorrow morning here in the UK) tonight. To apply, hold the power button down until the power menu appears, select "Report a Problem" and then "Add New Problem", and then locate the new sub-category tile named Future Build - "We've made the location of "Future Build" a bit of a scavenger hunt - it's there, promise!" - and select the tile and let Microsoft know why you're interested in being in Alpha Skip-Ahead. "Remember, we read every piece of feedback. Please be kind!", Microsoft adds. Successful candidates should hear back next week formally inviting them to join up. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Splatoon 3 Amiibos will be out next month Ink-coming! 3 Fans think Phil Spencer's shelf is teasing the Xbox Game Pass streaming box UPDATE: Xbox confirms old Keystone prototype. 61 Modder dives into Demon's Souls files following PS5 jailbreak, discovers fabled Ring of the Chieftain Who knows what's nexus? 4 Google announces cloud gaming Chromebooks less than a fortnight after Stadia shutdown GeForce Now preinstalled. 11 Latest Articles Digital Foundry Sennheiser's legendary HD 599 open-back headphones are just £70 at Amazon in the Prime Early Access Sale Comfortable with neutral sound and a wide sound stage. Preview Football Manager's new Console edition is the best you'll get without a PC Getting Touch-right. 1 Splatoon 3 Amiibos will be out next month Ink-coming! 3 Fans think Phil Spencer's shelf is teasing the Xbox Game Pass streaming box UPDATE: Xbox confirms old Keystone prototype. 61 Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store