Microsoft has released new version firmware Xbox One, and also opened access to the function for all owners of the eighth generation console backward compatibility with games from Xbox 360. As part of our material, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the answers to common questions about the operation of the backward compatibility function for games from Xbox 360 on Xbox One.
How does the backwards compatibility feature work?
As part of the E3 2015 exhibition, Microsoft announced that in November at the gaming Xbox console One, it will be possible to run games from the Xbox 360. As it turned out later, Microsoft programmers implemented the backward compatibility feature using an emulator. That is, on Xbox consoles One starts virtual machine with the Xbox 360 operating system, and then the game runs on it. Despite this, all features of the Xbox One will continue to work - the ability to take screenshots, capture the last few seconds of gameplay, launch game hubs.
How much does it cost to run the backwards compatibility feature?
Unlike the similar one in functionality Playstation service Now, which allows you to run “old” games on Playstation consoles through the cloud, the backwards compatibility feature is free. The only thing Xbox One owners have to pay for is the games themselves.
How do I play a game from Xbox 360 on Xbox One?
There are two cases. In the first, you own the Xbox 360 version of the game on disk - with this option, just insert it into the drive, and then the digital version of the project for Xbox One will begin downloading from the store in the emulator. In the second option, players already own the digital game (purchased from the Xbox Marketplace for Xbox 360) and simply download it to the Xbox One from My Games & Apps.
Do all Xbox 360 games run backwards compatible on Xbox One?
No, there are 104 games available at launch. We have one on our website, which will be updated.
Why didn't Microsoft make my favorite game **** backwards compatible?
Microsoft is doing everything possible to transfer the entire library of games from the Xbox 360 to the Xbox One, but it is worth understanding that the rights to the projects belong to the publishers, and the game cannot appear in the backwards compatibility program without their consent.
I'm in the Xbox One digital store, but I don't see any Xbox 360 games, how can I buy them?
You can buy the game on disk or digitally. If you decide to buy an Xbox 360 game digitally, you can do this through the Xbox.com website or through the Xbox 360 console. You cannot currently buy Xbox 360 games on the Xbox One console.
I have a lot of DLC for my Xbox 360 game, will they be available via backwards compatibility?
Yes, all DLC is included in the backwards compatibility program.
If I played the game on Xbox 360, can I continue playing on Xbox One by loading the save?
If your saves were in the cloud, then this option is provided.
What if your laptop and tablet refuse to work? And in this case, I will be forced to urgently look for an alternative, for example, in the form of an Xbox One console. After all, there is Windows with an x86 processor. Curiosity got the better of me and I decided to check it out.
Xbox One - Reviews
Xbox One is, first of all, game console. However, it also has a lot in common with PC. One of the operating systems of this console is a modified Windows 8, and the base is an x86 processor. Does this mean that the Xbox One can completely replace my laptop? Of course not. But frankly, I was surprised at what the console allowed me to do.
The first requirement with which I decided whether it was possible to start the experiment at all was support for USB keyboard and mouse. Whether you're writing, entering, or grouping data in Excel, or whatever, the on-screen keyboard on this type of device is not suitable for anything work-related. You can, however, use SmartGlass for this, as well as an application on Windows Windows Phone, Android or iOS, which provides, inter alia, a touchscreen keyboard on the screen of the device on which it is installed. I, however, decided that in order for this experiment to make sense, we cannot have any other hardware other than Xboksem, since both Android and SmartGlassem can run equally well on this device.
Keyboard and mouse with Microsoft Xbox One
The experiment was practically suspended. When I connected the keyboard and mouse, nothing happened in the console. The console did not respond to new devices and did not allow me to write anything. Even rebooting it didn't help. I was surprised, because I read somewhere that the console copes with this without problems. Eventually I found out what the problem was. So, I configured everything on a working device, instead of completely turning it off. The console needs to be turned off completely, connect the peripherals and only then start again. Only then does it detect connected devices. Hot-plugging unfortunately does not work. So does the mouse. I tried three models, none of them worked. Because of this, I didn’t have the slightest problem with the keyboard. Although it only works in text fields and therefore cannot be used for navigation. Armed with a keyboard and a gamepad that can be used instead of a mouse, I got to work.
Unfortunately, all this cannot be called either convenient or effective. The mouse can be placed next to the keyboard and can be easily reached with your hand, but it takes time to get used to it.
Job? Only “figuratively”
Built into the Xbox One, Windows doesn't allow you to install Windows 8 apps, much less desktop apps. This means that you can only work in the browser. Moreover, you do not have the ability to upload and download files. This also means that if you work on certain types of files, you can only edit them. I tested how it works in Exchange Web Access, Gmail, Outlook, Google Drive and SkyDrive (with Google Docs and Office Web Apps built into them). As it turned out, none of these applications caused any problems. I also did not have any difficulties with web services and graphics processing tools. Not bad!
Internet Explorer handles all applications well
Unfortunately, problems still appeared. Unfortunately, any mechanisms for web applications based on Flash and Java do not work. While everything is based on HTML5, JavaScript, CSS, AJAX, Xbox One allows normal operation. However, if there is any plugin that needs to be installed... I'm really sorry. The console does not have this option.
There is one more, very annoying problem. Basic keyboard shortcuts do not work on the console. They don't function, so CTRL+C, CTRL+X, CTRL+C or CTRL+V. It is also interesting that the first of the listed combinations has its own “deputy”. Click on the “Esc” button. It is possible that the rest of the buttons have replacements, but I did not find them. Only CTRL+A works without problems. Copying also works, but only for what is written down... in the browser's address bar. Strange.
The Xbox One's limited multitasking also makes work difficult. Well, if it occurs to you to shrink the browser and open Skype, then after restoring it to the Internet Explorer screen, all the words entered into the forms will disappear. Therefore, it is necessary to save your work frequently. Just in case. Application fonts that require a constant connection to the server also become blurry. This means that, for example, Facebook chat, and even more so corporate instant messaging, collapses when the browser is minimized.
Conclusion
The Xbox One, after several hours of testing in various applications, proved that working on it is a sad matter. This console certainly won't replace the PC. Each web application must be opened in a separate tab, and switching between them is not very convenient. The lack of mouse support in Internet Explorer also makes itself felt, and for many people the lack of support for Java and Flash plugins defeats the whole purpose of the work.
But I was amazed at how much I was able to accomplish with One. Webmailer, web-office packages, web-graphics editors, everything works without pretension. Therefore, if your computer breaks down and you have an Xbox One in your house, you can continue to work, but know that this work will not go quickly. And in fact, all this is not such hard labor as it seemed to me at first. Honestly, if there were mouse support in the browser, it would be quite bearable. But for now, Xbox should only be considered as an emergency solution.
Owners of Xbox One and Xbox 360 consoles have probably heard about the paid online service for the console - Xbox Live Gold. What are the benefits of subscribing to it? The short answer is that you will be able to play multiplayer games over the Internet. In addition, since the launch of the service, Microsoft has developed and improved the service. Our article is devoted to an analysis of the numerous “goodies” that are included in the annual subscription.
What is Xbox Live Gold?
This is an online service for gamers based on a subscription system. Suitable for both Xbox 360 and Xbox One owners. It is necessary to play with other players over the Internet. In addition, along with the service, you receive free games every month and exclusive discount offers. Let's look at each feature in more detail.
Access to online games
Without an Xbox Live Gold subscription, you won't be able to play online multiplayer games. A system message will prevent you from entering this mode, even if the games fully support it. Subscription will also give you access to voice chat and conferences with other players. Of course, you can play with friends on the same console in split screen without connecting to the service. However, you'll be missing out on a lot if you don't try, for example, the multiplayer Horde mode - destroying monsters with friends online has never been so fun and exciting. Sports fans can hardly imagine simulators of their favorite competition without the possibility of online battles - tournaments between players are extremely addictive.
Games with Gold status
Every month, Microsoft offers several free games for download through the Gold program. Depending on the game, they may be available for free download for several weeks or even a month. The game installed in this way remains on your hard drive forever. If you don't have time to activate free game during its access period, you will no longer be able to get it for free. Thus, players who have subscribed to the service for a long time have probably accumulated a huge library of free games on their hard drive.
Terms of use Gold games differ for owners of Xbox One and Xbox 360 consoles. Owners of the latest generation system can activate and play free games of the service as much as they wish, but only as part of an active subscription. This means that at the end of the subscription period, games activated in the service will no longer be available to play. Activate the service again and access will return. Xbox 360 owners, on the other hand, do not need an active subscription to play games downloaded through the service.
The “games with Gold status” service will offer you both projects for Xbox One and Xbox 360. Thanks to backward compatibility, all projects from the previous generation consoles are available for play on Xbox One. A list of current games can always be found on the official Microsoft website. Typically, the pick of the month includes several well-known indie games for Xbox One and a big-budget project for Xbox 360. However, there are exceptions: the company once became generous by giving its subscribers the AAA projects Watch Dogs and Ryse: Son of Rome.
Gold Offers
But that's not all. In addition to free games, subscribers can also enjoy exclusive discounts on digital versions of games. You can always view current offers on the official website or through the store application on the console. With discounts changing every week, there's something for every player.
Information about new console Xbox - codenamed Project Scarlett - has finally arrived online. At least, the first details about the console have become known, all thanks to the Microsoft press conference at E3 2019. It was there that the company announced the technical characteristics and graphics capabilities of the new Xbox. We also got a rough idea of the console's release date and the first games for it. In this article, we'll cover everything we know - and also don't know - about the new Xbox, codenamed Project Scarlett.
There are many reasons why you should choose to buy an Xbox One. The Xbox One X console version is currently the most powerful and productive console on the gaming market. At the same time, the S subtitle option will allow you to comfortably play modern games. But, as with other platforms, there are always doubts. Where to begin? Which console version should I get? What accessories? Etc. In this article, we'll tell you what you need to know before buying an Xbox One in 2019.
Xbox Live Xbox Live Silver and by subscription Xbox Live Gold. Subscription Xbox Live Silver Xbox Live Gold costs about $60/year besides
Xbox Live Silver:
You can create your own gamertag
Do you have access to Xbox Live Marketplace And Xbox Live Arcade games
Xbox Live Gold:
Xbox Live Silver(higher)
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Gamertag
Gamerscore
Xbox Live Marketplace
Microsoft Points Visa, MasterCard
Xbox Live Arcade
Connection to Xbox Live.
not less 256 Kbps.
real IP address Stream Corbin $5 .
www.xboxlivepipline.com
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Let's start with the fact that access to the service Xbox Live can be provided in two versions: by subscription Xbox Live Silver and by subscription Xbox Live Gold. Subscription Xbox Live Silver It’s completely free, and no one can take it away from you once you register your profile. Subscription Xbox Live Gold costs about $60/year. It will seem stupid to many, but for some I highlight it - this is payment besides payment for your Internet access.
Xbox Live Silver:
You can create your own gamertag
You can create and manage your friends list
Do you have access to Xbox Live Marketplace And Xbox Live Arcade games
You can chat with your friends
You can play MMO games because you pay a separate subscription fee for these games.
Xbox Live Gold:
You get all the features of a subscription Xbox Live Silver(higher)
You get the main opportunity of Xbox Live - play online, and, as a result, earn more .
Now let's understand the concepts.
Gamertag(GT) - a player’s personal profile, which indicates his gamerscore, achievements in games, as well as other information about the player. It’s quite possible to use Gamertag as an avatar on forums (in particular, on ours).
Gamerscore(GS) - points earned by a player during his game. In fact, the player's reputation.
Xbox Live Marketplace or simply Marketplace - a center for all kinds of downloads: demo versions of games, trailers, add-ons for games, etc. The Marketplace is not free to use. Most content requires payment with Microsoft Points.
Microsoft Points(MSPs) is a currency in Xbox Live that can be used to purchase various content on the Marketplace. You can top up your account either through bank card (Visa, MasterCard), or through payment cards that can be purchased in stores.
Xbox Live Arcade- full-fledged games, most often remakes of old ones popular games, like DOOM, Pac-Man, etc. Mostly all are purchased for MSPs.
Connection to Xbox Live.
By and large, you don’t need to do anything supernatural to connect to the service. It is enough to make sure that you have the following things:
Xbox 360 console, I hope they haven’t forgotten about its need :-)
Internet connection at speed not less 256 Kbps.
These two points are everything you need to connect. Next, you need to check with your provider about the possibility of allocating real IP address(it doesn't matter whether it's a static or dynamic IP). The ideal option is if you have an ADSL provider (for example, Stream) - as a rule, such providers immediately allocate a dynamic IP address. In the case of home networks (for example, Corbin), you will have to pay for the real IP as an additional service. The price usually does not exceed $5 .
And finally, the connection process itself. As for the same ADSL providers, all you need is to configure the modem in router mode and connect the ethernet cable with one end to the set-top box and the other to the modem. In this case, that's all. In other cases you will have to use either 2 network cards on a computer, or use an external router through which both the computer and the Xbox 360 will be connected in the future. I will not write about this in detail in this article - wait for a separate article on this subject (should be published soon).
That's basically all you need to know if you're going to use Xbox Live. This service is truly unique and opens up horizons of new gaming experiences for gamers.
P.S. On the day this article was written, an excellent service opened on the Internet - www.xboxlivepipline.com - here you will find all the information about all Xbox Live content at the current time.
How do I use Xbox One Backward Compatibility?
The digital titles that you own and are part of the Back Compat game catalog will automatically show up in the “Ready to Install” section on your Xbox One. For disc-based games that are a part of the Back Compat game catalogue, insert the disc and the console will begin downloading the game to your hard drive. After the game has downloaded to your hard drive, users will still need to keep the game disc in the drive to play.
Does backward compatibility cost extra?
Xbox One Backward Compatibility is free and allows you to play select Xbox 360 and Original Xbox games you already own on Xbox One.
Is Xbox Live Gold required for backward compatibility?
Xbox Live Gold is not required for Xbox One Backward Compatibility. However, it is required for any standard Xbox Live Gold feature like online multiplayer.
Will functionality for the Original Xbox games via Xbox One Backward Compatibility change from the Xbox 360 games in any way?
Functionality will be very similar. You can play the digital or disc-based game you own, taking advantage of Xbox One features like Game DVR and broadcasting.
Since these are the original games, not remasters, Xbox Live services such as online multiplayer and in-game marketplaces that were available on the Original Xbox, will not be available. However, offline multiplayer scenarios such as co-op, party scenarios (multiple controller on one console), and system-link are supported if they were supported on the Original Xbox. With system-link (if game supports the feature), you can play with others across Original Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Xbox One S and Xbox One X consoles.
There are no Xbox achievements for Original Xbox games because this functionality was not available on the Original Xbox at that time of its release. Lastly, game saves will not transfer to Xbox One but once created on Xbox One, the game saves can transfer to other Xbox One consoles through the cloud.
