Xbox reportedly rolling out Disc-to-digital feature for insiders this week
Codenamed Positron might roll out this week!
It appears that Microsoft could be taking a major step towards digital game ownership with Xbox. According to well-known insider Jez Corden, the company might roll out the long rumored Disc-to-digital feature for insiders this week.
For now, this feature is codenamed ‘Positron,’ and the rumors about this have been going on for weeks. Let’s check out more details in this article.
Project Positron could let players convert physical games into digital licenses
The new report came after Xbox chief Brad Rossetti announced the temporary suspension of console flight testing in the lead-up to an “important” Insider upgrade.
Soon after, Windows Central editor Jez Corden replied with a cryptic response: “Positron commeth. That raised the suspicion that this was the release of Microsoft’s disc-to-digital conversion tool.
With the help of this feature, players will be able to convert the Xbox One and Series X/S game disc into permanent digital licenses, which will be tied to their Xbox account.
If the feature would also apply to Play Anywhere games, which let those who have bought a game physically access it on PC, Corden said that’s exactly what it’s expected to do.
Also Read: Xbox Project Helix reportedly set to be digital only console
Not every Xbox game disc will be supported
Older titles from the original Xbox and Xbox 360 are not expected to be supported with this feature. Also, not every modern game will automatically qualify. There will be eligibility conditions, but for now, those requirements are not revealed yet.
Conclusion
Sony PlayStation has already announced that they are stopping the production of PlayStation game discs starting from January 2028.
New reports have also suggested that Project Helix is going to be a full digital console. The physical game disc era might be coming to an end.
What is Positron?
Positron is the reported codename for the upcoming disc-to-digital conversion feature, which could allow eligible physical games to become permanent digital licenses.
Which games can be converted to digital?
According to current reports, only One and Series X|S games will be eligible, although additional requirements may apply.
Has Microsoft officially confirmed the feature?
No. Microsoft has not officially announced the Positron program. The information is currently based on reports and comments from industry insiders.
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