A recent Xbox Series X update has changed a DRM feature on that console, as you'll now be able to play Xbox One discs on the current-gen console without needing to be connected to the internet. Microsoft confirmed online check-ins will no longer be required thanks to the update, which had been spotted by fans earlier this month. "This is true since the 2206 update," Xbox engineering lead Eden Marie tweeted. "We examined data since Series X|S launch and determined the online compatibility check isn't needed in the vast majority of cases for Xbox One discs. Some games may still need to be updated online after install to ensure the best experience."
The patch notes for the 2206 updates--which rolled out in June and July--vaguely mentioned "general stability and performance improvements" that have become the norm with these updates. The change to Xbox One DRM brings those last-gen games in line with Xbox Series X|S titles, as those discs are also playable on the console without an online connection. You'll still need an internet connection for the classic Xbox and Xbox 360 backwards compatibility games due to the authentication setup of that library, but this new update will make a huge number of Xbox One titles--many of which have Smart Delivery upgrades available--more accessible to users who don't always have a reliable online connection. In other Xbox news, Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer confirmed that there won't be a price increase for Xbox Series X|S consoles, Xbox might acquire more studios in the future, and you can read up on how to connect Discord to your Xbox console. The products discussed here were independently chosen by our editors. GameSpot may get a share of the revenue if you buy anything featured on our site. Got a news tip or want to contact us directly? Email Xbox's online DRM has been one of the biggest issues with Xbox Series X consoles, as outages and other issues have left players with no access to purchased games. Another big complaint is that cross-platform Xbox One disc games have been inaccessible offline, even with games that don't require a connection. Now, a new update means you won't be forced to do an internet check or download from an Xbox One disc anymore, engineering lead Eden Marie confirmed in a tweet. Users started noticing the change recently, but it has been in place since the 2206 update earlier this summer, Marie said. "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. Some games may still need to be updated online after install to ensure the best experience," she added.
What was the problem before? The issue essentially revolved around Microsoft's Smart Delivery system. 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. This, despite the fact that Series X consoles are perfectly capable of playing most Xbox One games directly (the main exception being Kinect games). 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. (Most of this doesn't apply to the Xbox Series S, of course, because it doesn't have a disc drive.) There are a few other exceptions as well. For instance, some disc games known as "stubs," like Forza Horizon 5 or Halo Infinite, don't contain the full version of the game — so you'll need a connection for those. You'll also need the internet to download the latest versions of games, along with expansion packs, etc. And Series X consoles require an account, so you'll need to be online at least once to set that up. Still, the update is a good step and means you'll be able to play a lot more games in the not-so-rare event that Microsoft's servers go down. All products recommended by Engadget are selected by our editorial team, independent of our parent company. Some of our stories include affiliate links. If you buy something through one of these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. All prices are correct at the time of publishing. Do you have to rebuy disc games for Xbox Series X?Nope,all the upgrades are free so you don't need to re buy any games. Some greedy 3rd party publishers may charge more for versions of a game with the upgraded versions but the majority don't.
How do you put a disc in a Xbox Series S?The key thing to know about the Xbox Series S before you buy it 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.
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