Xbox 'Disc-2-Digital' feature converts physical games to digital licenses, tester reports reveal
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Lee Brady
Summary
Xbox is testing a new 'Disc-2-Digital' feature (codenamed "Positron") that allows users to convert physical Xbox game discs into digital licenses for their library. Based on tester reports, the process involves inserting a disc into a disc-based Xbox console, which then verifies the game and adds a permanent digital license to the user's Microsoft account. This enables playing the game on disc-less devices like the Xbox Series S or PC. The feature aims to bridge physical and digital ecosystems, though details on supported titles, regional availability, and potential fees remain unclear.
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· 3 pulledXbox wants to give its customers a way of playing their physical game purchases on devices that might not support discs (like most PCs, digital-only Xbox consoles, Xbox Cloud Gaming).
The process involves inserting a disc into a disc-based Xbox console, which then verifies the game and adds a permanent digital license to the user's Microsoft account.
This feature could be a game-changer for Xbox users who have built up physical collections but want the convenience of digital access across multiple devices.
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