Is Xbox One Backwards Compatible?

The Xbox One was not initially backwards compatible with Xbox 360 games. However, Microsoft later added backwards compatibility for many Xbox 360 titles via system updates.

Now you can play numerous Xbox 360 games on Xbox One (and Series X|S).

Notes

• Not all Xbox 360 games are compatible. Check the official list.
• Purchase Xbox 360 games digitally from the Xbox Store.
• Insert physical Xbox 360 discs to play (disc acts as license key; downloads full game).

While not initially compatible, Xbox One became backwards compatible with this feature.