(Most of this doesn't apply to the Xbox Series S, of course, because it doesn't have a disc drive.) What this means it that you can now play many games offline that are branded 'Xbox One,' 'Xbox One/Xbox Series X,' 'Xbox Series X/Xbox One' and 'Xbox Series X.' However, you can't play original Xbox or Xbox 360 games without updates, as the data 'can't be used directly,' according to Eden. This, despite the fact that Series X consoles are perfectly capable of playing most Xbox One games directly (the main exception being Kinect games).

Previously, when you inserted various types of Xbox One/Xbox Series X game discs on a new-gen console, it wouldn't install the game straight from the disc - rather, it would install an updated version via the internet. What was the problem before? The issue essentially revolved around Microsoft's Smart Delivery system.

Some games may still need to be updated online after install to ensure the best experience.- Eden Marie September 19, 2022 We examined data since Series X|S launch & determined the online compatibility check isn't needed in the vast majority of cases for Xbox One discs.

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