Xbox disc-to-digital feature launches for all console owners
Microsoft's disc-to-digital feature is now live for all Xbox console owners, converting Xbox One and Xbox Series X physical games into account-tied digital copies.
Microsoft has officially launched its disc-to-digital feature for all Xbox console owners, following roughly a month of testing. The rollout was reported by Eurogamer.
The feature converts Xbox One and Xbox Series X game discs into digital copies tied to the user's account. Microsoft said it works with most physical games across the two Xbox generations, though not all titles are eligible.
Eligibility criteria may change over time due to technical, licensing, publishing, manufacturing, and other factors, the company noted.
The digital license moves with the disc, so the original owner can sell or give away the copy. The new owner can then obtain their own digital copy, revoking the original license.
Games that support Xbox Play Anywhere can be downloaded and played on PC via the Xbox app. The release version also includes an option to prevent discs from automatically starting installation.
Quick answers
What does Xbox's disc-to-digital feature do?
It converts Xbox One and Xbox Series X game discs into digital copies tied to the user's account.
Can I sell a disc after converting it to digital?
Yes. The digital license moves with the disc, so the original owner can sell or give away the copy, and the new owner can obtain their own digital copy, revoking the original license.
Do all Xbox games support disc-to-digital?
No. Microsoft said it works with most physical games across the two Xbox generations, but not all games are eligible, and criteria may change over time.