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Digital Plan Rolls Out This August According To Leaked Roadmap
Kotaku • • general
Key Points:
- Xbox's disc-to-digital program, allowing users to convert physical game discs into transferable digital licenses, is set to launch to the public this month, aiming to future-proof against the decline of physical disc drives.
- The program automatically creates a digital license when a disc is inserted, which is tied to the user’s account but transfers to a new owner if the disc changes hands, meaning the original owner loses access.
- Xbox plans to expand its back catalog availability, with a wider rollout of original Xbox games on PC scheduled for October and Xbox 360 games coming to current-gen consoles starting next year through 2028.
- Recent releases include four original Xbox games on PC, and Xbox is encouraging publishers to opt into programs that require minimal effort while retaining control over rights, pricing, and branding.
- These initiatives aim to reactivate dormant game SKUs, reach new audiences across platforms, and facilitate re-releases without the need for additional porting work.
