Microsoft is reportedly developing a plan to make Xbox 360 titles playable on PC, according to a leaked document obtained by The Verge. The document, recently distributed to developers, outlines the company's intention to allow them to bring their Xbox 360 games to PC.
These games would likely function on "Xbox PCs," a term that appears to refer to any computer running the Xbox app, including handheld devices like the ROG Ally. The initiative is also connected to Project Helix, the codename for Microsoft's next-generation Xbox console, which is expected to support these older titles.
Developers are said to have the ability to enable backward compatibility for their Xbox 360 games, offering them for purchase and setting their prices. They will also have the option to include these games within the Game Pass subscription service. This rollout is anticipated to occur in phases between 2027 and 2028, targeting next-generation devices.
This move follows Microsoft's recent announcement of plans to bring original Xbox games to PC, a feature slated for an October 2026 launch. The leaked document also touches upon earlier reports of Microsoft exploring a feature that would allow players to convert their physical game collections into digital copies. This disc-to-digital functionality was previously rumored to be in beta testing, with a wider launch expected soon, though the timeline appears to have shifted.
The disc-to-digital feature is designed for Xbox One and Series game discs. Owners would insert a disc into a compatible console to acquire a digital license bound to their account and the disc itself. This license could then be transferred to another user if the disc is shared.
Bringing the Xbox 360 library to PC aligns with Microsoft's broader strategy for Project Helix, which is expected to be capable of running PC games. While the exact technical implementation remains unclear, if Helix operates on a modified version of Windows, it would provide a logical environment for older Xbox titles to be accessible.