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Do you have to download games on the Xbox Series S?

Whether you buy a game on disc or download it from the Microsoft Store or Xbox Game Pass, you need to install it on your console's hard drive before you can play it.
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How do you get games on Xbox Series S?

To purchase a game on the Microsoft Store on your console, simply go to the Store app to navigate the deals and product pages. To purchase on the web from your desktop or mobile device, simply go to xbox.com/games, search for the game you desire, and click on “buy”.
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Does Xbox Series S include games?

The Xbox Series S comes with a free game at Best Buy - The Verge.
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How many games install on Xbox Series S?

The average game is roughly 30-50GB, meaning the Series S can only fit a maximum of 10 averagely sized games, and even that's pushing it.
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Do you have to rebuy physical games for Xbox Series S?

Yes. If you want to play them on the Series S you would need to purchase them digitally. Was this reply helpful?
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Download and Install digital games on Xbox Series S

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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What games are free on Xbox Series S?

Best Free Games On The Xbox Series X|S
  1. 1 Halo Infinite. When it was first announced that the multiplayer portion of Halo Infinite would be completely free-to-play, many were stoked and skeptical at the same.
  2. 2 Fortnite. ...
  3. 3 Rocket League. ...
  4. 4 Apex Legends. ...
  5. 5 PUBG: Battlegrounds. ...
  6. 6 Brawlhalla. ...
  7. 7 MulitVersus. ...
  8. 8 Killer Instinct. ...
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What do I need for an Xbox Series S?

All you need is a Microsoft account, a broadband internet connection, HDMI-capable TV, and Xbox console.
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How many games are free on Xbox S?

Xbox has changed its Xbox Live Gold membership to no longer apply to free-to-play games. That means more than 50 titles are now truly free and don't require a paid subscription to play them.
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Is Xbox Series S storage enough?

What is this? Someone asked them how much usable storage the Xbox Series S has out of the box. Spead20 confirmed that 364GB of the console's 512GB SSD is actually usable after system updates are applied. That's 71 percent of an SSD that's already fairly small.
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Does Xbox Series S have preloaded games?

With the release of the Xbox Series X|S November update in late 2020, Microsoft added the ability to preload certain upcoming Game Pass titles. You'll know that a game is available for pre-ordering if it appears in the “Coming soon” section and gives you the option to “Pre-Install” alongside the release date.
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How much is a yearly Xbox Live subscription?

$10 per month, or $60 per year

1, saying it reached its limit on bringing games from the older console to its catalog. A subscription for Xbox Live Gold costs $10 per month (with discounts available if you prepay for three, six or 12 months).
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How much free storage does Xbox Series S have?

Xbox consoles come with either a 500-gigabyte (GB) or a 1-terabyte (TB) internal storage drive. Most of this space is available for games and apps, though some is reserved for saved games, console software, and other system functions. So, even with no games installed, you won't see the full 500 GB or 1 TB free.
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How do you use Xbox Series S?

Setting up the console
  1. Connect the power cable into the power cable port on the console (marked by a single raised dot).
  2. Plug the power cable into a power outlet.
  3. Connect the HDMI cable into the HDMI port on the console (marked by a single raised dash).
  4. Connect the other end of the HDMI cable into your TV.
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Why would someone buy a Xbox Series S?

The Series S Is Ideal for Both Casual and Serious Gaming

If you are a hardcore gamer, then despite lacking 4K output and a huge amount of storage space, the Series S still offers current-gen gaming, so you can enjoy the titles you decide to play without a marked depreciation in quality.
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What are the cons of an Xbox Series S?

Reviewers Didn't Like
  • 364GB of usable storage / expensive expandable storage.
  • Over-complicated AV set-up.
  • Doesn't support native 4K gaming.
  • Game resolution tops out at 1440p.
  • Lacks a disk drive.
  • No support for Wi-Fi 6.
  • Not as powerful as the Xbox Series X.
  • Not very future-proof.
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Does Xbox Series S require internet?

Note You must be online when you set up Xbox for the first time. Without an internet connection, you can't finish setup. After your console has updated and you've added your profile, you can go offline.
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Is it worth switching from Xbox One to Xbox Series S?

The Xbox Series S offers tremendous value wherever you turn, from its Game Pass offering to Xbox All Access. What's more, it is a worthy upgrade for those coming from the previous Xbox One consoles, with faster load times, better frame rates and performance boosts to your existing games.
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Should I get an Xbox Series S or one?

Is Xbox One S or Xbox Series S better? Between the two, Xbox Series S undoubtedly comes out on top. It outclasses its last-gen counterpart with improved specs like 1440p output, 120Hz support and a lightning-quick 512GB NVMe SSD. You don't need to be torn between the two, either.
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Does the Xbox Series S have a disc drive?

Note The Xbox Series S is an all-digital console. Game discs, movie discs, and external USB disc drives are not supported.
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Can I transfer my disc games to Xbox Series S?

Xbox backward compatibility has really expanded for Xbox Series X|S. You can now play thousands of digital and disc-based games across four generations of Xbox. Get them in the Microsoft Store, or pop in your old disc.
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Do all Xbox One games work on Xbox S?

Playing Xbox One games on Xbox Series X|S

Most Xbox One games are playable on Xbox Series X|S. Additionally, games can look and perform better, and select titles offer faster frame rates, auto HDR, and improved screen resolution.
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