Microsoft Unveils Xbox Disc to Digital Feature for Physical Game Collection

Microsoft has announced a new feature for Xbox owners called 'Xbox Disc to Digital', which allows players to digitize their physical game collection. This feature will be limited to Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S discs, but is part of the company's broader commitment to game preservation.

The goal of this feature, according to Jason Ronald, VP of Next Generation, is to make it easier for players to move forward with their libraries as technology continues to evolve. The feature will allow players to claim a digital entitlement by inserting a supported disc into an Xbox console and launching the game, which can then be played digitally.

Microsoft is starting with thousands of titles and will continue to add more over time. Not every title will be available at launch, but this is seen as an important step toward a future where players can have greater confidence that the games they buy remain with them for years to come.