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Play More of the Games You Love, Wherever You Play with XBOX Backward Compatibility on PC - XBOX Wire
XBOX has launched Backward Compatibility on PC and handheld devices, starting with an early release of four original XBOX games. This initiative aims to preserve classic titles by bringing them to PC over time.
Why it matters
Users can now play original XBOX console games on PCs and handhelds using existing digital licenses or Game Pass. This allows players to access their legacy library on modern hardware with enhanced graphics options.
The details
- Initial titles include BLiNX: The Time Sweeper, Conker, Crimson Skies, and Fuzion Frenzy.
- New features include 4x resolution upscaling, VSync support, and customizable graphics settings.
- Achievements will be added to select original XBOX games later this year.
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Microsoft owns Xbox Backward Compatibility on PC
Microsoft introduced Xbox Backward Compatibility on PC.
Microsoft owns Xbox Play Anywhere
Xbox Play Anywhere is a cross-platform gaming feature.
Microsoft owns Xbox Cloud Gaming
Xbox Cloud Gaming is Microsoft's cloud streaming service.
Microsoft owns ROG Xbox Ally
ROG Xbox Ally is a supported handheld gaming device.
Microsoft owns Xbox Ally X
Xbox Ally X is a supported handheld gaming device.
Microsoft owns BLiNX: The Time Sweeper
BLiNX: The Time Sweeper is an Xbox game.
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Microsoft owns Conker: Live and Reloaded
Conker: Live and Reloaded is an Xbox game.
Microsoft owns Crimson Skies: High Road to Revenge
Crimson Skies: High Road to Revenge is an Xbox game.
Microsoft owns Fuzion Frenzy
Fuzion Frenzy is an Xbox game.
Microsoft owns Windows 11
Windows 11 is an operating system developed by Microsoft.
Microsoft develops the Xbox App on PC and mobile.
Microsoft owns Xbox Game Pass
Microsoft operates the Xbox Game Pass video game subscription service.
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