How to Play Legacy Xbox Games on Xbox Series S: A Step-by-Step Guide

Discover how to enjoy old games on your Xbox Series S using backward compatibility. Start gaming today!

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To play old games on your Xbox Series S, use the Xbox One backward compatibility feature. Search the Microsoft Store for digital versions of Xbox 360 or original Xbox games. If you own the games digitally, they should appear in your game library. Simply download and start playing. For disc-based games, unfortunately, the Xbox Series S does not support physical media.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I play disc games on Xbox Series S? No, the Xbox Series S does not support physical disc media. Only digital versions of games are playable.
  2. Do I need to buy old games again for Xbox Series S? If you own old games digitally, they will be available in your library for download. Physical copies cannot be used.
  3. How do I know if my old games are compatible? You can check the Microsoft Store for a list of backward-compatible Xbox 360 and original Xbox games.

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