- Primary Subject: Xbox Backward Compatibility on PC
- Key Update: Xbox has officially launched backward compatibility on PC and handheld devices, debuting with four classic original Xbox games available via Game Pass and digital cross-ownership.
- Status: Confirmed
- Last Verified: July 22, 2026
- Quick Answer: Xbox backward compatibility allows PC and handheld players to run classic original Xbox games with enhanced graphics and Game Pass access.
You can now play classic Xbox games on PC thanks to Backwards Compatibility.
On July 22, Xbox announced the launch of Xbox Backward Compatibility on PC, allowing gamers to play classic Xbox games on PC and handheld devices such as the ROG Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X.
The feature is currently still in early access with four classic original Xbox games. Curious about what titles you can play and the specs you'll need? Let's discuss.
Four Classic Games Available to Play With Xbox's Backwards Compatibility on PC
Here are the four old-but-gold games you can play on PC thanks to Xbox's Backwards Compatibility:
- BLiNX: The Time Sweeper
- Conker: Live and Reloaded
- Crimson Skies: High Road to Revenge
- Fuzion Frenzy
All these games are available for purchase on PC and are available with all Xbox Game Pass plans. If you own a digital license for the game already, that license will carry over to your PC or handheld.
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Besides adding these games, Xbox also added new features to enhance your gaming experience. Players will be able to adjust the graphics settings, including up to 4x resolution upscaling, VSync support, Fullscreen and Windowed display modes, anisotropic filtering, enhanced anti-aliasing, and more. Other features include customizable language and audio settings.
More games will likely be added in the future. Later this year, Xbox also plans to add Achievements to these classic games.
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Wondering if your PC can support Backwards Compatibility? Here are the minimum system requirements:
- GPU: Nvidia GTX 950 or AMD Radeon RX 550 or Intel UHD 770 or Intel Arc A310
- CPU: Min 4 Cores Intel Core i3-8100 or AMD Ryzen 3 1200 or AMD Ryzen™ Z2 A Processor
- RAM: 8GB
- OS: Windows 11
- Drivers and Versions: Latest Version as of January 2026
And here are the recommended specs:
- GPU: Radeon RX 68005 or Nvidia GTX 1070 Ti or Intel Arc A770
- CPU: 6 cores and 12 threads Intel Core i5-10400 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme
- DirectX Version: DirectX12 API, Hardware Feature Level 11
- GPU VRAM: 8GB
- OS: Windows 11
- Drivers and Versions: Latest Version as of January 2026
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