What do you need to play an Xbox Series S?

All you need is a Microsoft account, a broadband internet connection, HDMI-capable TV, and Xbox console.

Do we need to buy 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 a special TV for Xbox Series S?

It's no secret that all TVs aren't created equal, especially when it comes to gaming. While any TV with an HDMI port will be compatible with a PS5, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S console, if your TV isn't up to snuff, it may be unable to take advantage of these consoles' best features.

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.

What TV do I need for Series S?

You must have an Xbox Series X, an Xbox Series S, an Xbox One X, or an Xbox One S and a 4K TV to use the 4K UHD resolution. Xbox Series X|S also supports 4K 120Hz refresh rate.

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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.

Do all games work on Xbox Series 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.

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.

How does the 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.

Is the Xbox Series S only digital games?

The Xbox Series S is disc-less, so you can only play digital versions of Xbox games.

Is 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.

How many games can you install in Xbox Series S?

As soon as you boot up your new Xbox, set it up and sign in, you will have more than 300 games to play from the off. Yes, you will have to subscribe to Xbox Game Pass (through Ultimate, we recommend) but you won't have to pay another penny to accrue a games library that many have taken years to collect.

How do you install Xbox S Series?

Can you use discs on 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.

What are the cons of Xbox Series S?

Is Xbox losing money on Series S?

Not long after Microsoft confirmed Xbox console sales for the first time in ages, the company now admitted they're losing money on every console sold. The news comes via a new interview with CEO of Microsoft Gaming Phil Spencer (via CNBC), who confirmed Microsoft loses around $100 on every Xbox Series X sold.

Is Xbox Series S better than PS4?

As the Xbox Series S has an SSD, it has far faster boot-up times, read/write speeds, and game loading times. Not to mention you also can switch between games without having to close them, and you can pick up right where you left off. The PS4 in comparison doesn't have this ability and is far slower.

Does the Xbox Series S get hot?

All Xbox consoles are designed to ventilate air to keep them at an optimal temperature during use. Your console may feel hot around the vents, but this is normal.

How do I get my disc games on Xbox Series S?

We'll get this one out of the way first as it's simple: you can't play Xbox One disc games on the 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 I have to rebuy disc games for 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.

Why does the Xbox Series S not have a disc drive?

It is an all-digital gaming console. DVD-based movies or games are not compatible with Xbox Series S. Now and in the future, there would be no Xbox Series S disc edition. If you really need a disc drive, you may turn to other Xbox consoles like Xbox Series X, Xbox One X, Xbox One S, Xbox One and Xbox 360.

Is it hard to set up an Xbox Series S?

All Xbox Series X|S controllers are compatible with both consoles, but you'll get white included with the Series S and black with the Series X to match the console's colour. Set up is simple, and you need only plug in the power cord and then connect the console to your TV with the HDMI cable.

What do you need to set up Xbox?

How long does Xbox Series S take to set up?

How many controllers come with Xbox Series S?

Microsoft Controller for Xbox Series X and S

Given there's only one controller in the box with the Xbox Series X and S, you'll probably want at least one more to play with friends and family.