Xbox announces new disc-to-digital feature for physical media — lets players claim digital versions of their games, with support for Play Anywhere and Cloud Gaming

Microsoft is introducing a disc-to-digital service for supported Xbox physical games.

Xbox Insiders begin testing on August 31, with eligible titles added to players’ digital libraries.

Eligible games can also work with Xbox Play Anywhere and Xbox Cloud Gaming, expanding cross-device access.

The feature preserves value for disc owners while advancing Xbox’s shift toward digital libraries.