Xct.live compiles the first Xbox games already tested with the Disc to Digital function

As a preliminary step to the fully digital conversion of the next generation of consoles, for the moment confirmed only by Sony, Microsoft has launched a program in which it allows you convert your physical games into a digital license. This program, called Disc to Digitalallows you to add most games on disc to your digital game library for Xbox One and Xbox Seriesalthough this seems to depend more on the publishers than on Microsoft itself.

Disc to Digital keeps the license tied to the physical disk

Microsoft continues to remind that licenses are not forever and are tied to the disk. Although the operation allows you to run the game without the disc inserted, Microsoft may periodically ask for verification that you still have it. This includes inserting the disc to renew the license and verifying that you are still the owner of this disc, and that you have not sold, lost or misplaced it.

As we had mentioned previously, this type of service is also compatible with Xbox Play Anywhere. If the game disc has this feature, you can also play it on your PC after converting to a digital license. This will allow you to play it on your desktop PC or even your new ROG Xbox Ally Series and compatible devices that can run the Xbox app.

Games with multiple discs can also be converted

If the game has several discs, just insert the first one to obtain the digital license. Additionally, the add-ons included in the game can also be transferred to the game in digital format. However, the DLC and other content redeemed through codes will not be available.

It has also been detailed how to manage your game library if it has a large number of games in physical format. To save time, you should disable automatic playback of discs and in the drop-down menu you only have to select the option to obtain the digital license. Once confirmed, you can continue repeating the process with the rest of the disks more quickly and without having to install them at the same time you request them.

Compatibility also depends on the publishers

It seems that compatibility is not only tied to the information available on Xbox One and Series game discs, but also depends (at least for the moment) on the editors. Some already offer their games with a digital license, while others are resisting. Users have reported problems with some games Ubisoft, Sega or Square Enixwhile other well-known titles such as GTA V, Red Dead Redemption 2 or Cyberpunk 2077 They are compatible.

But it is still early, these companies may offer part or all of their catalog with this Microsoft program, although if the game is removed from the digital store it will also be an impediment to converting your physical game to this format.

As you progress, the platform Xct.live It compiles the titles that have this new function, and that you can convert to digital format as long as you have the disc available.