Devices · 1h ago
Xbox network outage blocks disc-based game access
Xbox experienced a widespread outage on July 2, 2024, affecting online services and even disc-based game play. Users reported being unable to launch or play games, with error messages appearing on Xbox consoles. Microsoft acknowledged the issue and is working on a fix.
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The outage highlights the increasing reliance on online authentication even for physical media, raising questions about digital ownership and service reliability.
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Xbox is down, and users are even having trouble playing disc-based games →
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