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Xbox tech boss says 'unacceptable' outage should not have affected disc games

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The Xbox platform relies on online connectivity for various features, including authentication and library management, which can sometimes lead to disruptions in service. This interdependence of online and offline components can cause issues for users who want to play games without relying on internet connectivity. The impact of outages on disc-based games, in particular, has been a point of contention among gamers who expect to be able to play their physical copies without needing an online connection.
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Xbox tech boss says 'unacceptable' outage should not have affected disc games
The outage meant Xbox users had trouble signing into their accounts, seeing their game library and launching games
30 Jul, 14:53
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