How do I get my games back on a new Xbox?

Xbox backward compatibility has really expanded for Xbox Series X|S. You can now play thousands of digital and disc-based games across four generations of Xbox. Get them in the Microsoft Store, or pop in your old disc. You can find all the games and apps you own that are available to download in My games & apps.
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How do I transfer my games to my new Xbox?

Use network transfer to copy games and apps to another Xbox
  1. On the Xbox you want to copy from, press the Xbox button  on the controller to open the guide.
  2. Go to Profile & system > Settings > System > Backup & transfer > Network transfer and check the Allow network transfer box.
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How do I get my purchased games on my new Xbox?

Sign in to the Xbox app with the Microsoft account that owns the content. Select the My Library tab, and then select Games. Review the content that's listed under your account. After you've found the game you're looking for, install it remotely by selecting Download to console.
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Do I have to redownload all my games if I get a new Xbox?

If you've purchased titles digitally for Xbox One or Xbox 360 and use the same account to sign in to Xbox Series X|S, the chances are good you've already got games ready to be installed.
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What happens to my games when I get a new Xbox?

Everything you purchase is tied to your account. So as long as you use the same account, you'll still have access to all of your purchases. Yes it will, so will your saves.
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Does the new Xbox take old games?

Xbox Series X|S Backward Compatibility is free and allows you to play select Xbox 360, Original Xbox games, and Xbox One games you already own on Xbox Series X|S. Will functionality for the Original Xbox games via Xbox Backward Compatibility change from the Xbox 360 games in any way? Functionality will be very similar.
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Can I make a new Xbox account and keep my games?

If your console was set as your Home console for the account that you can't access, then you'll still be able to access the games on a new account while using that console. You won't have access to your progress though so you would have to start over.
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Do you lose saved games if you reset Xbox One?

Also, keep in mind that once you complete the factory reset, all your accounts, settings, and games (depending on the reset you choose) will be deleted from your Xbox.
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Can I play my Xbox games on another console?

You can play games you own on disc on any Xbox console. Just insert the disc, install the game, and enjoy.
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Can you transfer games from Xbox One to Series S?

You can transfer your games from another Xbox device via an existing USB 3.1+ external hard drive to use on Xbox Series X|S. You can play Xbox One, Xbox 360, and original Xbox games directly from the external USB HDD.
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Why can't I play the games I bought on Xbox One?

It's possible that the installed game data is corrupted. To correct this, you need to uninstall and then reinstall the game. To uninstall the game: Press the Xbox button  to open the guide, and then select My games & apps > See all > Games.
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How do I recover deleted games on Xbox One?

Run Xbox App > go to "Settings" > click "Account" and "Download History". 2. Find the Games that you've downloaded > select "Download Again". Wait patiently and let the app finish the downloading process.
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How do I access my Xbox cloud saves?

Sign into your Xbox Live profile with the same account you used to save the game. Launch the game you want to retrieve your cloud saves for, and select “Manage game & add-ons” then “Saved data.” This allows you to access your saved games.
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Does Xbox One automatically save to the cloud?

While you're connected to the Xbox network, saved games are automatically stored in the cloud. If you use your Xbox profile to sign in to a different Xbox console, your saves are available from that console.
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Can you transfer games from one Xbox hard drive to another?

Under the “Manage Storage” box, highlight your internal drive and select “Transfer”. Check each game you want to transfer over or “Select All” for a full migration. Click “Copy” or “Move Selected”. Confirm the external hard drive you want to transfer to, and that's it!
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Can I have 2 xboxes on the same account?

You can sign in to multiple devices at once, such as an Xbox One console, Xbox Series X|S console, mobile device, Windows device, or through cloud gaming. However, there are exceptions to this rule.
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Can you play the same game on two different Xbox consoles?

It's possible to sign in on multiple consoles at the same time. But when it comes to playing games, the rule is one at a time.
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Are Xbox games tied to account or console?

All digital content including games, subscriptions, and exclusive content will be redeemed to your Microsoft account and directly delivered to your Xbox console during setup.
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Can you reinstall a game on Xbox without losing data?

Will I lose my game info or progress if I reinstall it? Xbox consoles save your gameplay data to the cloud, so if you've played your game while online, you can resync your game with the cloud once you've reinstalled it.
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Does resetting console delete games?

Warning Resetting your console to its factory defaults erases all accounts, saved games, settings, and home Xbox associations. Anything not synchronized with the Xbox network will be lost.
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Can you transfer Xbox accounts from one Xbox to another?

There are two ways you can move your Xbox profile between consoles. One way is to download it onto another console by following the instructions at How to add or remove an Xbox profile on Xbox 360. Another way is to use a USB flash drive or an Xbox 360 Memory Unit.
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Can you have 2 Xbox accounts on the same email?

A Microsoft account is not the same thing as an Xbox account, although you can use the same email address for both.
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Are Xbox games permanent?

Can I still play games after they leave Game Pass? Games you install using Xbox Game Pass remain playable once they've left the Game Pass catalog only when you buy them—and you get a hefty discount when you buy games as an Xbox Game Pass subscriber. When you buy games at a discount, those games are yours to keep.
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What is the difference between the Xbox One and the Xbox series S?

The Xbox Series S is much more powerful than the Xbox One X, with faster processing speeds and better graphics. It also has more memory, allowing for higher resolution gaming and more detailed graphics. Plus, the Xbox Series S is smaller and lighter, so it takes up less space and is easier to transport.
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