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Xbox encourages players to request classic games for future compatibility
XBOX Jason Ronald directs fans to a community voting site for backward compatibility requests, hinting that player feedback could play a role in future Xbox game preservation efforts.
Xbox is "actively investigating" a rampant issue for backwards compatible Xbox 360 games
Xbox Many Xbox Series X owners are unable to play backwards compatible Xbox 360 games right now due to a major issue Microsoft is "actively investigating."
Delisted Xbox 360 games show up on the Xbox Store, drawing player attention
Xbox Several delisted Xbox and Xbox 360 games have recently appeared on the Xbox Store, leading many to wonder if they'll be made backwards compatible soon.
Rejoice! Microsoft's Xbox Backwards Compatibility program is coming back this year
Xbox During its GDC keynote, Microsoft and Xbox announced that the Xbox Backwards Compatibility Program is returning in some fashion later this year.
Why backward compatibility matters to Xbox players
Xbox We heard from you! Revealing Xbox fans are split on which generation deserves more backward compatibility support, though most simply want the program to return entirely.
This Xbox project shows a surprising wishlist for backward compatibility
Xbox Early community voting data from "XboxGamePreservation" suggests fans may want more original Xbox titles added to backward compatibility than Xbox 360 games.
The big "Stop Killing Games" petition just hit 1 million signatures — in partial thanks to one dev who tried to kill it
Gaming #StopKillingGames completed its goal despite one prominent developer opposing the movement.
Xbox backward compatibility isn't dead, as VP Jason Ronald announces new open role at Microsoft
Gaming Xbox Backward Compatibility could come back if this new job listing is accurate, meaning much older games could be played on the latest Xbox hardware. Here's why it matters.
Xbox fans are pining for Microsoft to re-open the backward compatibility program
Xbox Microsoft acquired Activision-Blizzard in full in 2023, and as we enter the second year of that acquisition, some fans have grown frustrated.
Xbox 360 Marketplace shutdown FAQ: store closing date, digital game sales & discounts, online servers, and other questions answered
End of 360 The Xbox 360 Marketplace is sadly shuttering its doors after nearly two decades, and some classic games are set to disappear forever. Here's what you need to know.
