{"id":385847,"date":"2021-12-25T23:00:23","date_gmt":"2021-12-25T20:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/got-a-new-xbox-series-x-or-s-11-tips-for-getting-started\/"},"modified":"2021-12-25T23:00:23","modified_gmt":"2021-12-25T20:00:23","slug":"got-a-new-xbox-series-x-or-s-11-tips-for-getting-started","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/got-a-new-xbox-series-x-or-s-11-tips-for-getting-started\/","title":{"rendered":"#Got a New Xbox Series X or S? 11 Tips for Getting Started"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_89 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6aefc8559dcd8\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/got-a-new-xbox-series-x-or-s-11-tips-for-getting-started\/#Set_It_Up_Correctly\" >Set It Up Correctly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/got-a-new-xbox-series-x-or-s-11-tips-for-getting-started\/#Register_Your_1_Game_Pass_Trial\" >Register Your $1 Game Pass Trial<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/got-a-new-xbox-series-x-or-s-11-tips-for-getting-started\/#Download_Halo_Infinites_Multiplayer_for_Free\" >Download Halo: Infinite\u2019s Multiplayer for Free<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/got-a-new-xbox-series-x-or-s-11-tips-for-getting-started\/#Make_Your_Old_Games_Look_Better_Than_Ever\" >Make Your Old Games Look Better Than Ever<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/got-a-new-xbox-series-x-or-s-11-tips-for-getting-started\/#Check_Out_the_Matrix-Themed_Unreal_Engine_5_Demo\" >Check Out the Matrix-Themed Unreal Engine 5 Demo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/got-a-new-xbox-series-x-or-s-11-tips-for-getting-started\/#Start_Collecting_Microsoft_Rewards\" >Start Collecting Microsoft Rewards<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/got-a-new-xbox-series-x-or-s-11-tips-for-getting-started\/#Set_Up_Night_Mode\" >Set Up Night Mode<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/got-a-new-xbox-series-x-or-s-11-tips-for-getting-started\/#Check_Out_Xbox_Remote_Play_and_Cloud_Gaming\" >Check Out Xbox Remote Play and Cloud Gaming<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/got-a-new-xbox-series-x-or-s-11-tips-for-getting-started\/#Grab_a_Second_Controller_and_Headset\" >Grab a Second Controller and Headset<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/got-a-new-xbox-series-x-or-s-11-tips-for-getting-started\/#Consider_Expanding_Your_Storage\" >Consider Expanding Your Storage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/got-a-new-xbox-series-x-or-s-11-tips-for-getting-started\/#Install_RetroArch_and_Emulate_the_Classics\" >Install RetroArch and Emulate the Classics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/got-a-new-xbox-series-x-or-s-11-tips-for-getting-started\/#In_Case_You_Run_Into_Trouble\" >In Case You Run Into Trouble<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><strong>&#8220;#Got a New Xbox <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/watch-movies-tv-seriess\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"8\" title=\"Watch Movies &amp; TV Series\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Series<\/a> X or S? 11 Tips for Getting Started&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n<div>\n<figure style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"type:primaryImage size-full wp-image-775529\" data-pagespeed-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/xbox-series-x-s.jpg?width=398&amp;trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1 400w, https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/xbox-series-x-s.jpg?width=1198&amp;trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, 400w, 1200w\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/xbox-series-x-s.jpg?width=1198&amp;trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"A black Xbox Series X next to a white Xbox Series S\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"type:primaryImage imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/italy-27-december-2020-new-video-1882894459\">ALDECA studio\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Microsoft\u2019s Xbox Series X and S are some of the best consoles ever made. You probably have some idea of which <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/game\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"7\" title=\"Game\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">game<\/a>s you\u2019ll be playing on your new console, but here\u2019s a list of things to remember (and try out) as you get acquainted.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Set_It_Up_Correctly\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_0\">Set It Up Correctly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your Xbox will update itself and your controller as part of the initial setup process, but there\u2019s more to set up than simply downloading an update. The first thing you should be aware of is airflow. The Series X in particular needs adequate airflow to remain cool during use. Microsoft <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/redirect.viglink.com\/?key=204a528a336ede4177fff0d84a044482&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fsupport.xbox.com%2Fen-US%2Fhelp%2Fhardware-network%2Fconsole%2Fposition-ventilate-console\">recommends<\/a> a minimum of 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 cm) on all sides of both models.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-775234\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/xbox_vetilation.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"Xbox Series X ventilation\" width=\"650\" height=\"205\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s no difference in thermal performance whether you lie your console down horizontally or not, but adequate clearance near the fan vent on either unit is vital. For best results, avoid placing your console in a closed entertainment unit since airflow is usually restricted. If you must do this, ensure that the vent isn\u2019t pressed up against the unit.<\/p>\n<p>Another important part of the setup is choosing your TV settings correctly. You can see if your TV supports 120Hz gameplay under Settings &gt; General &gt; TV &amp; display options under the \u201c4K TV details\u201d section before enabling it on the previous screen.<\/p>\n<p>If your TV supports variable refresh rate as part of the HDMI 2.1 standard then it should automatically \u201cjust work\u201d out of the box. Some displays may only support FreeSync so make sure you enable this on your TV or monitor if that\u2019s the case.<\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> <strong><em>What Is HDMI VRR on the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Register_Your_1_Game_Pass_Trial\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_1\">Register Your $1 Game Pass Trial<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/38159\/starting-at-5-a-month-xbox-game-pass-is-one-of-the-best-values-in-gaming-today\/\">Game Pass is the best deal in gaming<\/a>, providing a library of over 100 <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/63226\/the-best-games-on-xbox-game-pass\/\">games<\/a> for a monthly fee of $14.99 for the \u201cUltimate\u201d tier that includes Xbox Live Gold (for multiplayer gaming) and access to EA Play titles too.<\/p>\n<p>Your Xbox comes pre-loaded with the Game Pass app through which you can get a trial for just $1 (which should last at least a month, usually three months). All Microsoft first-party exclusive games will be available on Game Pass the day they release, including major releases in franchises like\u00a0<em>Halo<\/em> and\u00a0<em>Forza<\/em>, plus plenty of third-party titles which rotate in and out.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-775406\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/forza_horizon_5.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"Forza Horizon 5\" width=\"650\" height=\"365\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Forza Horizon 5<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve signed up head over to the \u201cPerks\u201d section of the Game Pass app for even more savings. This includes free months of streaming services like Disney+ and Spotify plus items and currency for specific games.<\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/63226\/the-best-games-on-xbox-game-pass\/\"><strong><em>The Best Games on Xbox Game Pass<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Download_Halo_Infinites_Multiplayer_for_Free\"><\/span>Download Halo: Infinite\u2019s Multiplayer for Free<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Whether or not you have Game Pass and Xbox Live Gold, you can always <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/768782\/halo-infinites-free-multiplayer-is-now-available\/\">play the multiplayer portion of <em>Halo: Infinite<\/em> for free. Just head to the Microsoft Store app and search (or peruse the \u201cFree to Play\u201d section).<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll need to buy the game or sign up for Game Pass if you want to enjoy the single-player campaign, but Microsoft committed to making the multiplayer free to all PC and Xbox owners. You can buy seasonal battle passes (which do not expire) if you want to get your hands on additional cosmetic items, but this is entirely optional.<\/p>\n<lite-youtube videoid=\"4i86Ckj8xKk\" style=\"background-image: url('https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/4i86Ckj8xKk\/hqdefault.jpg');\">\n<button type=\"button\" class=\"lty-playbtn\"><br \/>\n<span class=\"lyt-visually-hidden\">Play Video<\/span><br \/>\n<\/button>\n<\/lite-youtube>\n<p><em>Halo: Infinite<\/em> represents a return-to-form for the series. Developer 343 Industries has said that\u00a0<em>Infinite<\/em>\u00a0will receive regular updates including new playlists, timed events, maps, and more to keep players coming back.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_Your_Old_Games_Look_Better_Than_Ever\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_3\">Make Your Old Games Look Better Than Ever<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019ve got a collection of older Xbox titles then many of them will work on the Xbox Series consoles thanks to Microsoft\u2019s work on backward compatibility and Smart Delivery features.<\/p>\n<p>You can search <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/redirect.viglink.com\/?key=204a528a336ede4177fff0d84a044482&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xbox.com%2Fen-US%2Fgames%2Fbackward-compatibility\">Microsoft\u2019s directory<\/a> of original Xbox, Xbox 360, and Xbox One games that will work on your Series X or S. Keep in mind that the Series S doesn\u2019t have a disc drive, so you\u2019ll need digital copies to enjoy this feature if you have one of those. Series X owners can enjoy many of these titles simply by inserting the disc, though a download will be required for some titles to work at all.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-775407\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/psychonauts.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"\" width=\"650\" height=\"365\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Psychonauts<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You can use features like FPS Boost\u00a0and Auto-HDR\u00a0to make games look and play even better than you remember them. Some will even render in higher resolution (up to 4K) where optimizations have been made.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Check_Out_the_Matrix-Themed_Unreal_Engine_5_Demo\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_4\">Check Out the Matrix-Themed Unreal Engine 5 Demo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Xbox One and PlayStation 4 generation was dominated by games powered by Unreal Engine 4. Now that the next generation of consoles is here, <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/42502\/epic-games-announces-unreal-engine-5-heres-why-its-seriously-impressive\/\">a new version of that same engine<\/a> is beginning to rear its head. The first playable (and real-time) taste of this technology emerged with the release of <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/redirect.viglink.com\/?key=204a528a336ede4177fff0d84a044482&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xbox.com%2Fen-us%2Fgames%2Fstore%2Fthe-matrix-awakens-an-unreal-engine-5-experience%2F9ng8rk1f3hcc%3Frtc%3D1\"><em>The Matrix Awakens<\/em><\/a> for Xbox Series consoles (and the PlayStation 5).<\/p>\n<lite-youtube videoid=\"ib6_c6uliLg\" style=\"background-image: url('https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/ib6_c6uliLg\/hqdefault.jpg');\">\n<button type=\"button\" class=\"lty-playbtn\"><br \/>\n<span class=\"lyt-visually-hidden\">Play Video<\/span><br \/>\n<\/button>\n<\/lite-youtube>\n<p>Tech demos are usually pretty bland affairs, with little in the way of playable moments. This one is a bit different. To start with you\u2019ll see some real-time rendering that is almost indiscernible from pre-rendered footage, before moving on to a car chase sequence where you\u2019ll get to do some shooting of your own.<\/p>\n<p>The demo then leaves you to your devices to explore a photo-realistic city. Explore the map and learn more about the engine, how it works, and how it is likely to shake up development over the next few years. It\u2019s free to download and worth every second.<\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/42502\/epic-games-announces-unreal-engine-5-heres-why-its-seriously-impressive\/\"><strong><em>Epic Games&#8217; Announces Unreal Engine 5&#8212;Here&#8217;s Why It&#8217;s Seriously Impressive<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Start_Collecting_Microsoft_Rewards\"><\/span>Start Collecting Microsoft Rewards<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Microsoft Rewards are <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/269793\/how-to-earn-earn-amazon-credit-by-using-bing-and-edge-thanks-to-microsoft-rewards\/?tag=hotoge-20\">bonuses you can trade for points that are earned by completing certain actions on your Xbox and elsewhere on the web. You\u2019ll earn points on an almost daily basis by doing completing quests. These range from simply playing a Game Pass title to filling weekly challenges and completing specific actions in certain games.<\/p>\n<p>These challenges will change on a weekly and monthly basis, plus you\u2019ll get pop-ups on your console informing you of when you\u2019ve completed an action. The only catch is that you have to turn in your quests by launching the app or else you won\u2019t be able to collect points.<\/p>\n<p>Depending on which actions you\u2019re completing, you may accrue points quickly which you can then redeem for various rewards. This includes gift cards to the Microsoft Store, a month of Game Pass for free, and special offers from third parties.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Set_Up_Night_Mode\"><\/span>Set Up Night Mode<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Do you play on your console mostly at night, in the dark? Even if you play a fair bit in the day you can use Dark Mode on your Xbox console to dim the lights, block out blue light, and turn off dazzling features like HDR to preserve your eyes.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-764170\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/schedule_night_mode.jpg?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"Schedule Night Mode on Xbox\" width=\"650\" height=\"350\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Best of all you can <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/764167\/how-to-turn-on-xbox-night-mode-and-what-it-does\/\">set up Dark Mode to operate on a timer, so that the settings you choose automatically kick in at a set time or whenever the sun goes down.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Check_Out_Xbox_Remote_Play_and_Cloud_Gaming\"><\/span>Check Out Xbox Remote Play and Cloud Gaming<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Did you know you can <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/700231\/how-to-stream-from-xbox-series-x-s-to-iphone-or-android\/\">use your smartphone or tablet as a display for playing games on your Xbox? You can also do the same using your Windows PC thanks to a feature called Remote Play.<\/p>\n<p>Simply download the Xbox app for <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.microsoft.xboxone.smartglass\">Android<\/a> or <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/xbox\/id736179781\">iOS<\/a> (or get the <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/redirect.viglink.com\/?key=204a528a336ede4177fff0d84a044482&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xbox.com%2Fapps%2Fxbox-app-for-pc\">Xbox App for PC<\/a>) then\u00a0pair a gamepad\u00a0and you can play basically anything over Wi-Fi. Just keep in mind that you\u2019ll need a fairly fast and efficient wireless network for this to work without interruption (5GHz networking recommended).<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-775408\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/xbox_remote_play.jpg?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"Remote Play in Xbox app for iOS\" width=\"650\" height=\"415\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Another option you have access to with a Game Pass Ultimate subscription is Xbox Cloud Gaming. You can use this on your console to play Game Pass games within the app or use the Xbox app on your smartphone or PC to access cloud gaming instead.<\/p>\n<p>Xbox Cloud Gaming relies on the internet to deliver a streamed version of whatever it is you want to play. The speed of your internet connection and where in the world you are located can make or break the experience, but it\u2019s not a terrible way of testing out a game before you download it or for playing a game that doesn\u2019t rely on lightning-fast reactions.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Grab_a_Second_Controller_and_Headset\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_8\">Grab a Second Controller and Headset<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Many Game Pass titles include split-screen multiplayer, so a second controller is a worthwhile investment if you intend on playing locally with someone else. This includes both co-op and competitive play. If you have an older Xbox One controller you can even use that on your Series X and S if you like.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-box \">\nXbox Core Wireless Controller<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-img \">\n<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"presentation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B08DF248LD?tag=hotoge-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" onclick=\"fbq('track', 'Buy Button'); if (fb_t_convert){fb_t_convert();}\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41iAIlBjBjL._SL160_.jpg\" height=\"147px\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><br \/>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>A gaming headset may also be a wise investment if you want to communicate with others online. It\u2019s also good if you can\u2019t afford a proper <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lifesavvy.com\/reviews\/the-best-surround-sound-systems-for-your-tv\/\">surround sound set up<\/a>, or when you\u2019d rather not annoy neighbors or roommates who may not appreciate your late-night sessions. Microsoft even has the first-party <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Xbox-Wireless-Headset-One-Windows-Devices\/dp\/B08WFD42G5\/?tag=hotoge-20\">Xbox Wireless Headset<\/a>\u00a0that\u2019s Atmos-compatible and designed for use with the Series consoles.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-box \">\nXbox Wireless Headset<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-img \">\n<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"presentation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B08WFD42G5?tag=hotoge-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" onclick=\"fbq('track', 'Buy Button'); if (fb_t_convert){fb_t_convert();}\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31KgT4TDgkL._SL160_.jpg\" height=\"147px\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><br \/>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consider_Expanding_Your_Storage\"><\/span>Consider Expanding Your Storage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Xbox Series X comes with a 1TB internal drive, while the Series S has half that. While it seems like a lot when you first get the console, you\u2019ll be amazed how quickly it disappears. Luckily you can <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/700993\/how-to-expand-your-xbox-series-xs-storage\/\">expand the storage of your Xbox using two methods.<\/p>\n<p>The first is to buy a pricey but fast <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Seagate-Storage-Expansion-Solid-State\/dp\/B08K3S6WJM\/?tag=hotoge-20\">Seagate Storage Expansion card<\/a>. These are just as fast as the SSD inside your console, and they\u2019re priced accordingly at $219.99. It is expected that more will become available in larger (and maybe smaller) capacities in the future, but for now, you can only add 1TB using the slot on the back of your console.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-box \">\nSeagate Storage Expansion<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-img \">\n<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"presentation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B08K3S6WJM?tag=hotoge-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" onclick=\"fbq('track', 'Buy Button'); if (fb_t_convert){fb_t_convert();}\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31pjsl8+BYL._SL160_.jpg\" height=\"147px\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><br \/>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The other option is to use a standard external USB drive. This could be a traditional spinning hard drive or a faster portable SSD (like the <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/SAMSUNG-Portable-SSD-1TB-MU-PC1T0H\/dp\/B0874YJP92?tag=hotoge-20\">Samsung T7<\/a> below). The downside here is that you won\u2019t be able to play native Series X or S games directly from them. You can still use them for Xbox One and Xbox 360 titles, at a slower pace.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-750526\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/SAMSUNG-T7-Portable-SSD.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"SAMSUNG T7 Portable SSD\" width=\"650\" height=\"373\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Samsung<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You can use external USB drives as \u201ccold storage\u201d too. This allows you to move native Series X or S games to the drive for storage purposes, then move them back once you\u2019re done. This is likely faster than downloading titles again, depending on the speed of your internet connection.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Install_RetroArch_and_Emulate_the_Classics\"><\/span>Install RetroArch and Emulate the Classics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Finally, the Xbox Series X and S consoles are fully compatible with a UWP (Universal Windows Platform) version of RetroArch, an all-in-one emulator.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-704661\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/history.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"RetroArch history\" width=\"650\" height=\"367\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll need to <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/703443\/how-to-put-your-xbox-series-x-or-s-into-developer-mode\/\">enable developer mode (for a small fee) then install RetroArch and supply your own ROMs after which you\u2019ll have a console that really can do it all.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_Case_You_Run_Into_Trouble\"><\/span>In Case You Run Into Trouble<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/766739\/x-marks-the-spot-microsofts-xbox-turns-20\/\">The Xbox has come a long way since the disastrous launch of the Xbox One and the red rings of death saga that plagued the early days of the Xbox 360. 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