Questions tagged [xbox-series-x-series-s]

The Xbox Series X/S is the 4th generation of Xbox consoles. Use for questions pertaining to the system itself rather than just any game that runs on it (unless of course the console is relevant). It is in the ninth generation of gaming consoles (as is the PlayStation 5).

The Xbox Series X/S, are consoles that are in the fourth generation of Xboxes. Use this tag for questions pertaining to the system themselves rather than just any game that runs on it (unless of course the console is relevant). The consoles are in the ninth generation of gaming consoles (as is the PlayStation 5).

The Xbox Series X/S is owned and still updated by Xbox which is owned by Microsoft. It was first launched on November 10, 2020.

While the two consoles can play the same titles, the Series X has more powerful hardware compared to the Series S, boasting a more powerful GPU, faster CPU, higher RAM capacity, and more built in storage. The Series S is a digital only console, meaning it does not support physical disc media to play games.

Consoles

Xbox Series S (left) and Xbox Series X (right) pictured with controllers

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Xbox "Screenshot uploaded" notification looked like a demon had possessed my Xbox, what could the reason be?

Yesterday I was testing some button remapping on my controller and saw that you could map "actions" as well, so I mapped the screenshot function to a button to test it. I activated it, then mapped it back after seeing the notification that the…
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How do I use 2 controllers to play local multiplayer via remote play?

Recently, I have been testing out the new remote play feature on my phone, so I can play anywhere I want. I connected my two Xbox controllers to my phone via Bluetooth, and they are shown as separate connections. However, when I play Mortal Kombat…
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A single Microsoft account, but two Xbox consoles: I would like to use a different unlock pattern

I have a single Microsoft account (2FA enabled), but two consoles (Xbox S and the big X). One console is for the kids and one for me. I want to use a different unlock pattern or somehow make sure that the kids can't log in on my Xbox. I don't want…
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How to setup Xbox Series S|X for a family?

I'm new to Xbox and have created an account for me and my children and have linked them to as a family. Will all members of the family be able to play if I login and setup the Xbox with my account? is there a main user or should we all just sign…
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Setting guest access on Xbox Series X

I'm going away for several weeks, and have a house-sitter coming to stay. I would like to set up the Xbox (Series X) so that they can use it, but don't want them to use my profile. Is it possible to set up a guest account on my Xbox so my…
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Xbox Series S: PIN protect adult games and apps (the console is usually used by toddlers without their own Xbox account)

I really love this about Edge browser on Xbox Series S Enable Ask for my PIN to launch Microsoft Edge to protect your browsing experience on console. Can I also PIN protect other apps and games? How?
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Changing to Xbox series S

My Xbox one has just broke down so I'm buying an xbox series S, but i'm worried all my games and their accesories will be lost, like all the skins I bought on Fortnite, or are all these held in my gaming account. I understand i'll have to download…
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Can my XBOX mimic these features from the PS4/5?

With my PS4 and now the PS5 I noticed that when I do the following(described below), certain things happen, and I'm trying to figure out if the Xbox can do the same thing. I've noticed that with my PS4/5: When I have my TV(LG C1 and previously my…
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Do I need to keep Xbox 360 discs after I install them on Xbox Series X?

I've been excited to see that the Xbox Series X will play many of my old Xbox 360 games. Once I put the 360 disc into the Series X and install the game, will I need to keep the disc to play?
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How to get a different background on Xbox Series S every time I login?

I have a series S. I want to select a bunch of images and I want a different custom background every time I login. If I choose one now, it's always the same image.
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Xbox Family Safety - Are toddlers really forced to have their own Microsoft account?

My toddler plays a 4+ game on Xbox. Similar to Nintendo, she uses my account and I have put restrictions on it (at least for Nintendo). With Microsoft it seems like she has to make her own account and only then I can make restrictions. But I don't…
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"Downloads are not supported on this device" from Edge Browser

I get this error "Downloads werden auf diesem Gerät nicht unterstützt", translation "Downloads are not supported on this device". I wish to install a Kodi plugin.
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How many Xbox/Microsoft accounts can share their games on a single Xbox Series console?

My Xbox Series console is set as my home console in my main Microsoft/Xbox account, which has lots of games. My sister signs into her own Xbox/Microsoft account on the same console and plays the games that I have the license for. Now my question is,…
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Native DLNA client for "Xbox Series X"

When I search the web for +xbox +dlna I get lots of hits, but mostly Xbox One. I wish to stream from latest Ubuntu (Raspberry) to Xbox Series X with DLNA. Is there a native client? I know that VLC, Kodi and Plex exists. But those are 3rd party…
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