How does Xbox One Backwards Compatibility Work with Discs?

Xbox One and Series X/S Backward Compatibility Games List

Xbox backward compatibility works with digital content as well as disc games . In fact, if you enter a supported disc into your Xbox One or Series X, the machine will download the game from the Xbox store first although you will need the disc to be in the machine each time you play.

Can I Play Xbox One Disc Games on Xbox Series S?

No, you cannot use an external disc drive to play physical games on the Xbox Series S. If you bought an external disc drive, it would not be able to connect to your console. The Xbox Series S is an alldigital gaming console for discfree gaming. Discbased games are not compatible with Xbox Series S.

Can you Install Disc Games on Xbox One?

If youre going to install games on Xbox One from a disc, the process is simple. Once youve got your Xbox One all setup, place the disc that you purchased with the game on it into the slot loading disc drive on the Xbox One or Xbox One S. Both will allow you to begin installing the game you just inserted.