Xbox reportedly testing digital conversion of physical games ahead of Project Helix
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Austin Manchester
Summary
Microsoft's Xbox division is reportedly testing a system that would allow users to digitize their physical game discs, creating digital copies that could be played without the disc. This initiative is tied to the upcoming Project Helix, which may or may not include a disc drive. The move signals a potential shift toward an all-digital future for Xbox, though details remain scarce and unconfirmed by Microsoft.
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bskyXbox reportedly testing digital conversion of physical games ahead of Project Helixpolygon.comKey quotes
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It's unknown whether or not Project Helix will have a disc drive.
The move signals a potential shift toward an all-digital future for Xbox.
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