How does buying games for Xbox Series S work?

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”.

Do you have to buy the games again on 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.

What happens to my disk games if I buy an 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.

Do you buy physical games for Xbox Series S?

The Series S is a digital-only console with no disc drive, so it can't play physical copies of games.

How does Xbox Series S run games?

Xbox Series S

It does not include an optical drive, so all games and software must be obtained digitally via Microsoft Store. It is intended to render games nominally at 1440p, with support for a 4K upscaler, at 60 frames per second, although it can go as high at 120 frames per second at this resolution.

Purchasing digital games on Xbox Series S

How many games will my Xbox Series S hold?

Yes, solid-state drive technology is still relatively expensive, especially in larger sizes, but, to give you an example, we managed to fit nine games on the Xbox Series S' internal drive. Just nine. One of them isn't even optimised for the console, it's a standard Xbox One title.

Is it worth upgrading 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.

Is it better to buy digital or physical Xbox games?

Your games need to be downloaded to your device whether they're physical or digital, and they take up the same amount of space. But digital games give you way more flexibility, like remote installation and preloading before games launch.

Is it better to download or buy Xbox games?

Both discs and digital games cost about the same, and they provide a gaming experience and interface that is often identical. Yet while physical discs still represent most sales, more and more gamers (and gaming console manufacturers) are moving toward downloadable cloud-based offerings.

Are games free to download on Xbox Series S?

The Xbox Series X/S alone has plenty of free games available, and some of them are really good.

How do I transfer my disc games to my 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.

Can I store Xbox Series S games on hard drive?

Yes, you can store games on any storage device that's compatible with your console (USB 3.1, 128 GB minimum for games on external storage devices). To play games that are optimized for Xbox Series X|S, they need to be installed on the console's internal SSD or Storage Expansion Card.

Can Xbox Series S play every game?

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.

Do Xbox games need to be installed?

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. Things to keep in mind: Xbox installs one game or app at a time. Additional installations will continue in sequence when the first one's done.

Is the Xbox 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.

Is the Xbox Series S digital vs regular?

One big question gamers have is what's the difference between the Xbox Series X and S? The most significant difference is that the Xbox Series X is a disc-based console (Which also supports digital downloads), whereas the Xbox Series S is entirely digital.

What is the difference between digital games and video games?

It often gets pointed out that buying a physical game means you own it for life, whereas a digital purchase only grants you a license to play that game, which can be revoked at any time. That's rare, but it does occasionally happen.

When you buy a game digitally do you own it?

You own a license to the software on the media but you don't actually own the software itself. So there is no difference between buying a digital and physical copy as far as ownership or rights are concerned.

Why do digital and physical games cost the same?

Digital Games Are Priced for Retail Parity

Paradoxically, the main reason you pay the same for a digital version of a game has to do with those same physical stores. For the moment, retailers remain a crucial part of the sales network for video games and video game hardware.

What is the downside of Xbox Series S?

Less for less. Games on the Series S are less likely to take advantage of TVs with 4K resolution, and it lacks a disc drive, a downside if you own a lot of physical games or movies, or like to buy them used.

What are the benefits of having a Xbox Series S?

Get ready for faster load times, higher resolution, more stable frame rates, and better input latency on thousands of Xbox One, Xbox 360, and Original Xbox games.

What are the cons of an Xbox Series S?

How do you download games on Xbox Series S?

Press the Xbox button  to open the guide, and then select My games & apps > See all. Choose Full library > All owned games. If a game you own hasn't yet been installed on your console, you'll see a download icon on the game title. Selecting the title will prompt you to install the game if you want to play it.

How do I buy storage on my Xbox Series S?

If you have an Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S, you can opt for a Seagate Storage Expansion Card that slots into the rear of either next-gen machine. It is available in 512GB, 1TB and 2TB sizes but is fairly expensive.

Why won t my Xbox Series S play games on external hard drive?

Both the Xbox Series X and S support external USB drives. However, unlike previous Xbox consoles that allowed you to play those games from the external USB drive, you will not be able to play games optimized for Series X|S consoles from the USB drives. External Storage Requirements: Capacity must be 128 GB or larger.