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Are all Xbox discs the same?

With 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.
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Do all Xbox discs work on Xbox One?

You can play games you own on disc on any Xbox console. Just insert the disc, install the game, and enjoy.
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Can Xbox 360 discs work on Xbox One?

The ability to play digital and disc-based Xbox 360 and original Xbox games on Xbox One has expanded to include Xbox Series X|S and cloud gaming.
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Do Xbox One discs work on Xbox Series S?

Playing Xbox One games on Xbox Series X|S

If you're not sure which console your game will play on, check on the box or on the game's details page in the Microsoft Store. Because Xbox Series S is an all-digital console, disc-based games aren't compatible with it.
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Which Xbox is best for discs?

Disc drive: The Series X includes a slot-loading UHD Blu-ray drive, and the Series S is completely discless. If you have a lot of Blu-ray and 4K Blu-ray discs, plan on buying used games, or just prefer physical media, the Xbox Series X is your only real option.
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Are Xbox discs universal?

Overview. Each Xbox console is manufactured for a specific Blu-ray and DVD region, following international standards. The Xbox console can play Blu-ray discs and DVDs that are sold in the same region as the console.
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Which Xbox doesn't take discs?

Go all digital with the Xbox One S All-Digital Edition

Go all digital with disc-free gaming.
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Why can t you put discs in Xbox Series S?

Unfortunately, playing disc-based games on an Xbox Series S is not possible due to the console not having a disc drive. Game copies can't be converted from physical to digital, and vice versa. I hope this helps!
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What if I own discs for Xbox Series S?

Note The Xbox Series S is an all-digital console. Game discs, film discs, and external USB disc drives are not supported.
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Is Xbox Series S worth it?

Despite coming in at a super low price point in comparison, the Series S can play all the same games as the more expensive Xbox Series X. As well as saving money, you'll also save on shelf space - the Xbox Series S is completely disc-less so you need to buy all your games digitally.
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How do I play original Xbox games on Xbox One?

How to Play Original Xbox Games on Xbox One
  1. Turn on Xbox One and sign in to your account.
  2. Ensure you are connected to Xbox Live.
  3. Put your original Xbox game (must be an available title)
  4. Xbox One will begin downloading necessary content.
  5. Launch the game from the Home screen or from My Games & Apps.
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Why wont my Xbox One play Xbox 360 discs?

The Xbox One isn't normally capable of playing Xbox 360 games. Instead, Microsoft created an emulator that simulates the Xbox 360's hardware and software.
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Can you put a original Xbox disc on a Xbox 360?

You can play some original Xbox games on your Xbox 360 console if you have an official Xbox 360 Hard Drive. Things to keep in mind: If you're not able to play a game on the following list, try updating your console software. Game saves from an original Xbox console cannot be transferred to an Xbox 360 console.
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Why wont my Xbox accept any discs?

Perform a hard power cycle by holding down the Xbox button  on the console for 10 seconds. Once the console has completely shut down, press the Xbox button  on the console again to restart it. Try your disc again. Wait a few seconds to see if the console recognises it.
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Can you use the same disc on two Xbox One S?

Yes. For a disc-based game, of course you can only play on the one with the disc in. For a digital download, the owner of the account with the game must sign in to the console. One console per account is designated the 'primary' console, and any other players can play the account-holder's games.
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Can I play my disc games on Xbox Series S?

We'll get this one out of the way first as it's simple: you can't play Xbox One disc games on the Xbox Series S. The key thing to know about the Xbox Series S is that there's no physical disc drive whatsoever, which means that you'll have no way at all of running games from your discs on the new compact console.
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Is Xbox S disc free?

The Xbox Series S is an all-digital gaming console for disc-free gaming. Disc-based games are not compatible with Xbox Series S.
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How can I transfer my disc games to Xbox Series S?

Just unplug the USB 3.0 or later device from your Xbox One and then plug it into one of the three USB ports on the Xbox Series X|S. Content installed on the external storage device will show up in My games & apps just like on Xbox One.
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Do I have to buy my disc games again for Xbox Series S?

Each console must have either a digital or physical copy of a game. If you have other Xbox One or Xbox Series X|S consoles in your home and other people want to play the same game with you using those additional consoles, each console must have its own copy of the game.
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Is the Xbox Series S only digital?

The Xbox Series S is an all-digital gaming console for disc-free gaming. Disc-based games are not compatible with Xbox Series S.
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Can I get a digital copy of a game I already own Xbox One?

The answer to that is, yes, you can. Anything you download and purchase on an Xbox One is all saved into your account. If you purchased any DLC that is, then you'll have to have the console you purchased it with and perform a Network Transfer on the new console, which is in the Network tab in Settings.
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Can Xbox One play old discs?

Xbox One Backward Compatibility is free and allows you to play select Xbox 360 and Original Xbox games you already own on Xbox One. Xbox Series X|S Backward Compatibility is free and allows you to play selected Xbox 360, Original Xbox games and Xbox One games you already own on Xbox Series X|S.
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Why wont my Xbox play DVDs?

Your DVDs are Meant for a Different Region. A lot of devices are region-locked and the Xbox One is no exception. That means that if you purchased your console from a certain country it will only be able to play discs that have also been bought from the same region.
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How many original Xbox games are backwards compatible?

There are 633 games that have been made backward compatible out of 1083 that have been released for Xbox 360.
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Which Xbox is the newest?

XBOX SERIES S

Simply next-gen.
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