Xbox launches disc-to-digital feature to convert physical games into digital copies

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Microsoft has officially announced a new disc-to-digital feature for Xbox consoles that lets players convert their physical game collections into digital entitlements. The feature works by inserting a supported disc into an Xbox One or Xbox Series X console and launching the game. According to Jason Ronald, Xbox VP of next generation, most Xbox One and Xbox Series X disc-based games are compatible with the new tool. Microsoft says the initiative is part of its broader game preservation efforts and preparations for the next generation of Xbox hardware.

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