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Are Xbox One games region locked? The Xbox One console itself is
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. Any game from any region can be played on any console. Yes, that means even those notoriously tricky-to-play Japanese-only games, so get to importing!
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Is there region lock for Xbox?

The Xbox and the Xbox 360 are region-locked, but some games are region-free and will play in any region. Digital content through Xbox Live on the Xbox 360 and original Xbox are also region-locked, such as DLC, movies, and apps.
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Will my Xbox work in a different country?

The Xbox One US power brick is only rated for US standard 110 voltage (100V-127V). If you have an international version you can simply adapt it with a travel plug since the voltage range and cycles work with all countries. Do not use a travel adapter on a ...
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Are Xbox consoles region-free?

Supported regions and disc formats

Some Blu-ray discs and DVDs are not region-encoded or are coded to all regions. Region-free Blu-ray discs and DVDs will play on any Xbox console. Note Game discs for the Xbox console are not coded to regions.
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Can I use my European Xbox in America?

The Xbox One S and Xbox One X have an internal power supply that works in all regions worldwide. Warning Microsoft does not license any non-Microsoft accessories that plug into the Xbox One power socket.
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Can you get banned for buying Xbox games from different regions?

Yes, you would be putting yourself at risk for being banned by changing your region to purchase something that is not available in your own.
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Is it okay to change Xbox region?

Any time left on your Xbox subscription, such as Xbox Live Gold or Xbox Game Pass, will move with your account to the new country/region. If these subscriptions aren't available in your new country/region, your current subscription will remain active but may not work as expected.
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Why can't i buy Xbox Game Pass because of region?

If you move to a new country or region, and your account region and physical location do not match, you may get a “region block” error or have a problem making a purchase. You must have a valid billing address and payment option that match your locale.
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Can I gift a Xbox game to someone in another country?

The code was purchased in a different region and cannot be redeemed”—this means that givers and recipients must always be in the same country or region. If not, you can return the item for a refund.
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How do I redeem an Xbox game from another country?

If you have changed your location since setting up your Xbox One, you can redeem the code by changing your location.
  1. Press the Xbox button  to open the guide.
  2. Select Profile & system > Settings > System > Language & location.
  3. Select Location and change it to your new location.
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How do I play Xbox games from another region?

Here's how to do it:
  1. Sign in to your Xbox One console.
  2. Press the Xbox button to open the guide.
  3. Select System > Settings > System > Language & location.
  4. Select your new location from the Location list, and then select Restart now.
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How do I buy Xbox games for friends in a different region?

No. Gifting through Xbox is region locked. You would have to see if you can get a code that will work for their region from a different retailer. Was this reply helpful?
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Why can't i change country when buying gamepass?

If you can't change country or region, it might be for one of these reasons: You changed the country or region within the last three months. Your account is suspended. For example, the credit card on a subscription has expired, or your subscription has a balance due.
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Can you get banned for changing region on Xbox One?

If you are on an Xbox, you can't.
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Can you use a German Xbox in us?

No. Xbox will always use your chosen console location.
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Can you use a Xbox from the UK in America?

All Xbox One games and all Xbox One consoles are region-free (except for China). So yes, in your case, an Xbox One game sold in the UK can work in your US Xbox One.
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Can I play a US Xbox in the UK?

The Xbox One is multi-voltage. This means that a U.S console will work in the United Kingdom and Europe without issues. You'll only need an adapter for the plug.
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What happens if you change country Xbox?

If you change your country or region in Microsoft Store, items you bought in one region might not work in another. This includes: Xbox Live Gold, Xbox Game Pass. Apps, games, music purchases, and movie and TV purchases and rentals.
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Will a US Xbox One work in the UK?

The Xbox One is multi-voltage. This means that a U.S console will work in the United Kingdom and Europe without issues. You'll only need an adapter for the plug. But if you want to go on the side of caution, I'll recommend you use a transformer.
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Can US Xbox work in India?

As it says on the back of the console, it supports both voltages. All Xbox consoles since the Xbox One S have had a multi-voltage power supply. All you need to buy is a local fig8 power cable. You can buy these from almost any electrical store or online.
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How do I change my country on Xbox?

Here's how to do it:
  1. Sign in to your Xbox One console.
  2. Press the Xbox button to open the guide.
  3. Select System > Settings > System > Language & location.
  4. Select your new location from the Location list, and then select Restart now.
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Can you use American Xbox Series S in UK?

With regards to Xbox Series S/X the console can be purchased from the US and work in other regions as it supports 110V-240V. The only thing you would need to purchase is the adaptor that would connect to the power outlet on your wall. Even the older consoles like the Xbox One S or the Xbox One X supported 110v-240v.
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Can you get banned for changing region on Xbox One?

If you are on an Xbox, you can't.
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Why wont it let me change my country on Xbox?

If you're prevented from changing the country/region for your Xbox, it may be for one of the following reasons:
  • You changed country/regions within the last three months.
  • Your account is currently suspended (for example, the credit card on one of your subscriptions has expired).
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