Microsoft Reportedly Working to Bring Xbox 360 Games to PC and Project Helix
Microsoft is expanding its backward compatibility program for PC, planning to bring Xbox 360 games to the platform alongside recently announced original Xbox games. According to a leaked developer document seen by The Verge, the initiative will allow developers to opt into making their Xbox 360 titles playable on PC, Project Helix (Microsoft’s next-generation console), handheld devices, and “Xbox PCs.”
Developers participating in the program will retain control over key commercial aspects of their games, including pricing and whether titles appear on Xbox Game Pass. The feature is expected to launch gradually between 2027 and 2028, building on Microsoft’s broader strategy to create a unified gaming ecosystem across devices. The leaked document also suggests that a disc-to-digital conversion program is close to launching, allowing players to convert physical copies to digital versions.
This backward compatibility push represents Microsoft’s continued effort to strengthen its platform ecosystem and build a game library comparable to what’s available on PC platforms like Steam. By enabling older Xbox 360 games to run across multiple devices, the company aims to ensure these titles remain accessible while giving developers the flexibility to opt into participation based on their business needs.