Knowing what discs work in an Xbox Series X will help you understand how much of your physical gaming library is playable or even which movies you can watch if you've got any on a disc. Thankfully, the Xbox Series X has excellent disc compatibility options, which means your catalogue of old Xbox 360 and even original Xbox games are playable on your new Series X, as well as a variety of entertainment experiences on different media. This means that, now you've been able to buy the Xbox Series X, you can easily play your favorite games that you were already playing, or revisit some classics, whether it's for nostalgia or to play the ones you missed provided you have the disc. If you want to know exactly which types of discs work in an Xbox Series X, we've got everything you needs to know about what's compatible and how you use it. Show
Note that the Xbox Series S is a digital-only console with no disc drive, and is not compatible with external disc drives so you cannot use discs with that console. What discs work in an Xbox Series XWith the Xbox Series X, you can use game discs for Xbox One, Xbox 360, and original Xbox – all Xbox One titles (apart from Kinect games) should be compatible, along with any Xbox 360 and original Xbox games that work with Xbox One. Insert the game disc then follow any on-screen prompts to install data or download updates, and once that's done you're good to go. You check here for more information on how to install Xbox Series X games, especially digital games. For entertainment, you may be wondering does Xbox Series X play Blu-ray movies? Well yes, the Xbox Series X can use Ultra HD Blu-ray discs, Blu-ray discs, and DVDs to watch your favourite movies, TV shows, and more. To get started, head to the Store app on your Xbox Series X and download the Blu-ray Player app, then once that's installed simply pop in your disc and start viewing. How to insert discs in an Xbox Series X(Image credit: Microsoft)If your Xbox Series X console is placed in the horizontal position many of us are familiar with using, with the power button located in the top right corner, then insert your discs in the standard direction with the label side facing upwards. If you have your Xbox Series X standing in the vertical position, then insert your discs with the label side facing the left hand edge of the console. And when you're done with them, here's how to eject an Xbox Series X disc as well. How to transfer games to Xbox Series X external transfer | How to pair an Xbox Series X controller | Xbox Share button | Xbox Series X controller and accessory compatibility | Xbox Series X standby mode | Xbox Quick Resume | How to set up the Xbox mobile app | How to hard reset an Xbox Series X Pocket-lint is supported by its readers. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more
(Pocket-lint) - The Xbox Series X and Series S are both fully backward compatible with nigh-on every game that runs on Xbox One, and that means they can equally play Xbox 360 and original Xbox games too. That's a huge incentive for gamers who choose Xbox. Not only do they get the latest Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S games to play, they can dip from a big library of compatible titles stretching back to the start of the 2000s. But what games does it include and how does it work? We explain all there is to know about the Xbox backward compatibility system here.
How does Xbox backward compatibility work?The Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S are able to play Xbox 360 and original Xbox games through emulation software that makes your console think it's a last generation machine for the purposes of playing classic games. POCKET-LINT VIDEO OF THE DAY When a supported game is started on the machine, the current or last-gen console opens the emulator and, in all regards, the game works as if it was running on an Xbox 360 or 2001 Xbox. The opening screen appears first then the game will load. All other aspects and features that would normally be available on an Xbox 360 or Xbox are available on the Xbox One/Series X/S too, including the hub on the former (which can be opened through a simultaneous press of the menu and view buttons on the Xbox wireless controller). In addition, all new features of the more recent Xbox consoles work, including the ability to take screen grabs and record and share video of gameplay. Xbox Series X/S owners get additional bonuses too, with the latest consoles able to play many (if not all) of the backward compatible Xbox 360 and Xbox games with Auto HDR enabled. This adds virtual high dynamic range contrast and colours to make the titles look better. Plus, many titles have FPS Boost enabled. This ups the frame rate the fames play in, which provides a smoother experience.
Does it cost me anything?Xbox offers backward compatibility for free. If you own a supported game already, you do not have to pay anything to play it on Xbox One or Xbox Series X/S. Obviously, it costs to purchase new Xbox 360 or Xbox games that work on the machine. Many of the games with backward compatibility are also available as part of a Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription. For £10.99 a month, you get access to more than 300 games to download and play on your console, made up of a mix of classic Xbox 360 and Xbox games, plus many more Xbox One and Series X/S titles. You also get online gaming access through Xbox Live Gold, EA Play, Cloud Gaming, and even Game Pass for PC. squirrel_widget_158169 Does it work with Xbox games I bought through Xbox store?Xbox backward compatibility works with digital content as well as disc games. In fact, if you enter a supported disc into your Xbox One or Series X, the machine will download the game from the Xbox store first - although you will need the disc to be in the machine each time you play. This cannot work on an Xbox One S All-digital Edition or Xbox Series S, of course, as they do not feature disc drives. If you own a digital copy of a supported game it appears in your games list ready for download. Check your My Games & Apps hub to see if any are listed among the games yet to be installed. Can I buy Xbox 360 and Xbox games on my Xbox One or Xbox Series X/S?Compatible Xbox 360 and Xbox games are listed for purchase on the Xbox game store. If you are an Xbox Live Gold member, you also get free Xbox 360 and/or original Xbox games to download each month alongside Xbox One titles as part of the Games for Gold scheme. That usually means you get two free Xbox One games and two free backward compatible games a month. Prices for the Xbox 360 and Xbox games on the online store vary, but start at around £5 / $5. Can I carry on with my previous Xbox 360 game saves on Xbox One or Xbox Series X/S?If you originally set your Xbox 360 to save games to the cloud you will be able to download the save files to the Xbox One version and carry on. The cloud files are permanently associated with your gamertag so the Xbox One should do this automatically. If you only saved your in-game progress locally, to the hard drive, you will need to restart your Xbox 360 and save them to the cloud instead. If you no longer have your Xbox 360, sadly you won't be able to access the files. Considering the first-gen Xbox didn't save games to the cloud in the same way, you can't carry on with old save games. What games are available with Xbox backward compatibility?There are 100s of Xbox 360 titles available as part of the backward compatibility scheme and a decent selection of original Xbox games. Games like the original Guitar Hero and Rock Band series won't work as they require proprietary accessories that aren't compatible, nor do any that require with the original Kinect motion camera. Even if you have the Xbox One Kinect, it will not be compatible with previous Xbox 360 Kinect games.
Full Xbox backward compatibility listHere's a full list of the original Xbox games that are available with backward compatibility for Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S:
And here's a full list of the Xbox 360 games that are available with backward compatibility for Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S:
* These games are enhanced for Xbox One X and the Series X/S, which means they have frame rate and/or resolution enhancements when played on those machines. Many games will also work with the Series X/S Auto HDR function. Which Xbox 360 games are enhanced for Xbox Series X?Here are the 58 new Xbox 360 backwards compatible games: 50 Cent: Blood on the Sand.. Alan Wake.. Dragon Age: Origins.. Dead Space 2, 3.. Fallout 3.. Fallout: New Vegas.. Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion.. Gears of War franchise.. Sonic Generations.. Why can't I play Xbox 360 games on my Xbox Series X?By navigating to Settings > System > Storage > Clear local Xbox 360 storage on an Xbox Series X|S console, the Xbox 360 backwards compatibility issue will be fixed.
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