Do Xbox owners actually use Xbox backward compatibility? 95% of Windows Central readers say so.
Xbox backward compatibility is used by the vast majority of our readers, according to a recent poll.
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What you need to know
Last week when it was confirmed thatGoldenEye 007was on the way to Xbox consoles and the Nintendo Switch, the gaming world was aflutter about classic titles. Of course, Xbox owners have a large library of old games to enjoy through Xbox backward compatibility. Our question was if people actually used the feature to play games from previous generations of consoles.
The votes are in, and Windows Central readers overwhelmingly like to play games through Xbox backward compatibility.
Last week we ran a poll, and over 64% of voters said that they play a large number of games through Xbox backward compatibility. An additional 30.26% said they play a small number of games through the feature. Only 5.29% of voters said that they do not play any games through Xbox backward compatibility.
Microsoft has invested heavily in Xbox backward compatibility over the years, expanding the library of classic titles to include hundreds of games. Our list of thebest Xbox backward compatible gameshas quite a few well-known and historic titles.
In contrast, Sony has not rolled out as robust of a support network for older titles. For example, theXbox Series X is fully compatible with Xbox Onetitles and Xbox backward compatible games, while the PS5 does not have similar functionality.
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Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.
