What do I need to buy games 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 do I need to get games on Xbox Series S?

Can I buy download games for Xbox Series S?

All Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S games have a digital version, unless there's a required physical peripheral (for example, the "portal" device in Skylanders SWAP Force).

Can I buy Xbox games with gift card?

With an Xbox Gift Card, give the freedom to pick the gift they want. It can be used to buy the hottest new Xbox full game downloads, apps, movies, TV shows, devices, and more.

Can 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.

Purchasing 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.

Is the Xbox Series S download only?

The Series X has a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray drive, but the Series S is digital-only, so you'll have to download your games rather than buy them on disc.

Can you put discs in Xbox Series S?

Note The Xbox Series S is an all-digital console. Game discs, movie discs, and external USB disc drives are not supported.

How does Xbox Series S work with games?

Because Xbox Series S is all digital, access your digital game library through the console and select the game you want to play. Which games include Smart Delivery? All Xbox Game Studio titles include Smart Delivery so you get the best version of the game no matter which console you play on.

How many games can you download on Xbox Series S?

For players that prefer to keep a wide selection of games downloaded on their console, this will be a problem. 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.

Do you need internet to install games on Xbox Series S?

Yes, you can install a disc-based game while you're offline.

Do you have to buy disc games 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.

Do you need Xbox Live to play games on Xbox Series S?

Depending on the game, yes—though for multiplayer you need either Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or a subscription to Xbox Live Gold (sold separately). Note Free-to-play online multiplayer games no longer require an Xbox Live Gold subscription.

What games are free on Xbox Series S?

What is the disadvantage of Xbox Series S?

The Xbox Series S Is Underpowered

It has less RAM and storage than the Series X, can only achieve 1440p as opposed to 4K, runs the processor slower, and only plays digital games. In short, it's a nerfed console and not the true next-generation experience you crave.

What are the downsides of the Xbox Series S?

What is the point of Xbox Series S?

The Pros of the Xbox Series S

It is capable of 120FPS gameplay with games that support it and it has the same interface, media apps, and gaming library as its big brother. It comes with a 512GB SSD, although if this is not enough, the console's storage can be expanded with an external SSD.

How do I use my Xbox Gift Card instead of a credit card?

What is the fastest way to download games on Xbox Series S?

Always use an ethernet cable if possible

For all internet activity, using a hardwired connection will always be faster and more reliable than a wireless connection. With downloading content to your Xbox, an ethernet cable can substantially reduce the time you spend waiting for your games to download and update.

Why does it take forever to download games on Xbox Series S?

The primary cause of long download times is the game file sizes are so big. Even with a fast internet connection, and everything else being perfect, games will take more time to download than they did with older consoles.