/extras/conteudos/Xbox-360.webp)
According to a leaked document reported by The Verge, Microsoft plans to expand its backward compatibility program to bring Xbox 360 games to PC.
Xbox 360 Games Heading to PC and Portable Devices
Microsoft intends to make classic Xbox 360 software playable on “Xbox PCs,” handheld hardware, and next-generation consoles. According to the leaked developer documentation, the overarching goal mirrors the ecosystem model established by Valve’s Steam, allowing users to access a single, centralized library across multiple form factors.
Developers will retain control over whether their legacy titles appear on PC. Studios can choose to opt in, set pricing, and decide on inclusion within the Xbox Game Pass subscription service. The rollout for Xbox 360 PC compatibility is scheduled to occur gradually between 2027 and 2028, following the anticipated October 2026 launch of the original Xbox PC compatibility program.
Physical-to-Digital Media Conversion System
To bridge physical media collections with modern digital storefronts, the internal documents detail a disc-to-digital conversion tool. When a player inserts a physical Xbox One or Xbox Series X game disc into a console equipped with a disc drive, the system generates a digital license tied directly to both the user account and that specific physical copy.
The system accommodates secondhand sales and trades. If the physical disc changes hands, the digital license transfers along with it to the new owner, ensuring that players retain the ability to resell or trade their physical media collections under the new framework.
Implementation timelines for this feature remain fluid. A beta test for the disc-to-digital program was originally scheduled for July but experienced delays, and Microsoft has not yet confirmed whether a broader public rollout will debut in August as initially planned.
Broader Industry Context and Restructuring
These platform expansions arrive alongside significant organizational changes within Microsoft’s gaming division. The initiatives follow a corporate restructuring announced in July, which involved widespread layoffs and the divestment of four internal game development studios.
Did You Know? The upcoming PC compatibility efforts span multiple hardware generations, targeting original Xbox software first in late 2026 before expanding to Xbox 360 titles up to 2028.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will Xbox 360 games become available on PC?
According to the leaked developer documents, the rollout for Xbox 360 compatibility on PC is planned as a gradual release between 2027 and 2028.
Can I still sell my physical Xbox games under the new conversion system?
Yes. The proposed disc-to-digital system allows the transferred digital license to move with the physical disc if it is sold or given to another owner.
Will all Xbox 360 games automatically work on PC?
No. Developers will have the choice to opt in, set their own pricing, and determine whether their titles are included in Xbox Game Pass.
What are your thoughts on bringing legacy console libraries to PC and handheld devices? Join the discussion in the comments below, explore our related coverage of Microsoft’s recent division changes, or subscribe to our newsletter for future updates.