Xbox 360 game store closed in July 2024, viewing of video content will not be possible after closing



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` Xbox 360 Store '', the built-in game store of Microsoft's home game console `` Xbox 360 '', which was first released in North America in November 2005, will be closed in July 2024. The Xbox 360 will celebrate its 18th anniversary on November 22, 2023, but it was announced that the built-in game store, the Xbox 360 store, will be closed in July 2024.

The Xbox 360 Store Will Close July 2024, But You Can Keep Playing Your Favorite Games - Xbox Wire
https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2023/08/17/xbox-360-store-will-close-july-2024/



The Xbox 360 Store Is Closing, But Don't Get Too Worried - GameSpot
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-xbox-360-store-is-closing-but-dont-get-too-worried/1100-6516956/

The specific timing of the closure is July 29, 2024 local time, and you can use the function to purchase new games, downloadable content (DLC), and other entertainment content from the Xbox 360 store and the Xbox Games Store, an online game store. lose.

At this time, Microsoft's Movies & TV app will no longer work on Xbox 360. In other words, after July 29, 2024, you will not be able to watch TV and movie-related content on Xbox 360.



Games and DLC will continue to be available for purchase through the Xbox 360 Store and Xbox Games Store through July 29, 2024, and the ability to download and play already purchased games and DLC will not be affected after the closure. I won't go out. Also, Xbox 360 content purchased in the past can be played not only on Xbox 360 but also on Xbox One and Xbox Series X / S via backward compatibility.

'A lot has changed since the Xbox 360 launched in 2005. Technology has evolved and player expectations have changed. We play games on Xbox Series X/S now and in the future. We're focused on making it the best place to be, what hasn't changed is Microsoft's commitment to keeping the content you buy available to play on the device of your choice. This means that we are committed to supporting Xbox 360 gameplay during this time.You can continue to play Xbox 360 titles.You can also download past purchases and connect with friends.' , is committed to continuing to support Xbox 360 titles on the Xbox platform.

Even after the Xbox 360 store closed on July 29, 2024, the online multiplayer function via the Xbox network is still available, and as long as the game supports the online server function, online multiplayer is possible. It is possible to enjoy. You can also save game save data on the cloud, so you can share game progress and transfer save data to Xbox One or Xbox Series X / S.

Also, backward-compatible Xbox 360 titles will be playable on Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and Xbox.com after July 29, 2024. A list of compatible titles can be checked from the following URL.

Xbox One Backward Compatibility - Xbox Wire
https://news.xbox.com/en-us/xbox-one-backward-compatibility/



In addition, video content purchased on Xbox 360 will continue to be viewable on Windows devices running Windows 10 or later, as well as the Movies & TV app available on Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S. Movies Anywhere content is also available anytime in streaming and download formats through the Movies Anywhere app or the Movies Anywhere website.

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