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Do Xbox games work in any country?

There is no regional lock on Xbox games, As for games bought from certain countries its your risk if they are original xbox games or illegal copies.
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Are Xbox games region locked?

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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Are Xbox games region-free?

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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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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Will my US Xbox work in Europe?

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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How to Change Country on Xbox Account (Easy 2023)

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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Can you use American Xbox in Germany?

Xbox Series S is region-free and may be used in Europe, however you will need a plug adapter appropriate for the country in which it will be used.
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Do I need to change Xbox region?

When you need to change your Xbox country/region. You'll need to change your region if: You've moved to a different country. You're already in a region different from the one that was set for your account and/or console.
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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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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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Does region matter for Xbox?

For example, if you wanted to play American Xbox 360 games, you had to purchase an American Xbox 360. Now, when shopping for an Xbox Series X, you don't have to be concerned about this because regardless of where the console is from, it can play games from any region.
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What is region lock on Xbox?

The only games that are region locked on Xbox One are games from China due to local laws there, but everything else should be fine, as long as you have a valid payment method on file to buy the games in that local currency. :) 8 people found this reply helpful.
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Do US Xbox codes work in UK?

To ensure that pricing for the Xbox Live Gold subscription service reflects the local market economies, Xbox Live Gold subscription cards are only redeemable in the country purchased and cannot be redeemed in any other country.
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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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Can I use my US Xbox Series S in Europe?

The Xbox Series S is multi-voltage, meaning it works just fine on botth 110v or 220v. All you need is the US to European plug adapter and you are good to go.
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Can I use Xbox from US 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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Can I travel internationally with an Xbox?

Checked Bags: Yes

While you can pack expensive, fragile electronics items in checked or carry-on bags, we recommend packing them in your carry-on. For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane.
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Can I use US Xbox in Australia?

Disc based games are region free so any will work but dvd/blu ray is region locked so only dvd/blu ray from the U.S. region will work. Never stop learning 👍 thx for the info !
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Do Xbox game codes work worldwide?

A code will only work for you if it was purchased for your physical region.
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Do US Xbox cards work in Canada?

If you redeem a Microsoft or Xbox gift card in a country that doesn't match the country associated with your billing account, you won't be able to use those funds. The funds in your Microsoft account can't be transferred after you redeem a Microsoft or Xbox gift card.
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Does game region matter?

Console region is mostly used for in-game data. For example, certain games may have the temperature listed as Fahrenheit (°F) when set to US or Celsius (°C) when set to Australia. Changing the console region may also affect the language choices available for the games.
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Why can't i redeem a Xbox code from a different region?

The code you are attempting to redeem is for a currency that does not match your account location. If you have changed your location, please update the location associated with your billing account in Settings. This code doesn't match your location. You can't use this code where you live.
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What happens if you buy a game from another region?

You will be able to play the game. Region lock is to prevent purchasing games from other regions. But once you have bought it, you can play it in any country where the game is available.
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Can an Xbox be permanently banned?

Permanent bans are never issued lightly, and only occur after severe or repeated violations of the Community Standards for Xbox.
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What is the longest Xbox ban ever?

He played the game with his console connected to Xbox Live, and quickly came to the attention of Microsoft. On September 2007, his gamertag and console account were banned until December 31, 9999, resulting in the longest ban from Xbox Live ever.
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