Yes, Xbox Series X can play selected original Xbox games through Microsoft's backward-compatibility program, but it does not support the entire original Xbox library.

Can I use an original Xbox disc on Series X?

For a supported title, insert the original Xbox disc into Xbox Series X. The console uses the disc as proof of ownership and downloads the backward-compatible version needed to run the game.

Does every original Xbox game work?

No. Compatibility is title-specific. Licensing, technical requirements, accessories, and publisher decisions mean many original Xbox games were never added to the backward-compatible catalog.

Do I still need the disc after installation?

Yes. For a physical copy, the disc remains the ownership key and needs to be in the drive when you play.

Can Xbox Series S use original Xbox discs?

No. Series S has no optical disc drive. It can only use supported backward-compatible games that are available digitally and associated with your account.

What about Xbox 360 games?

Xbox Series X also supports many Xbox 360 titles, but that is a separate and much larger compatibility catalog. See our Xbox Series X backward-compatibility guide for the broader picture.

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Browse original Xbox games at Zypher Trading, and verify compatibility before ordering a title specifically for Series X.