Xbox players, listen up! A major announcement from Xbox is set to have a significant impact on millions of gaming enthusiasts worldwide. Starting from July next year, hundreds of games will no longer be available for purchase. The reason? The closure of the Xbox 360 store, which means that exclusive games associated with the platform will vanish into thin air.
Xbox 360 store shutting down
Heads up, gamers! Xbox has dropped the bombshell that its Xbox 360 store will be shutting down. This store closure will render more than 200 digital-only Xbox 360 games unbuyable after the shutdown. However, fear not! Many of these games will still be accessible via backwards compatibility for Xbox One or the newer Xbox Series X|S.
But some games will be gone for good
While some games will still be accessible through other platforms or legacy consoles, there are a few gems that will entirely vanish from the Xbox platform. This includes some highly-rated games that will be a huge loss for avid gamers. Snagging these games on the second-hand market might not be a walk in the park, so time is ticking if you want to add them to your collection.
Unmissable games on the chopping block
Among the disappearing titles is Space Channel 5: Part 2, an enthralling rhythm game that never received a physical version in the West. Fans had no choice but to purchase it digitally. After the closure, the game will still be available for purchase on Steam, where it racks up a solid 9/10 rating. This one's a must-play for any rhythm game enthusiasts.
Another loss is the popular indie platformer, Dustforce. Xbox users will bid farewell to this gem as it will no longer be available on the platform. Also on the chopping block are some older games from beloved series such as Street Fighter, YuGiOh!, Batman, Worms, and South Park.
Top 10 games to grab before the closure
Wary of missing out on some amazing gaming experiences? We've got you covered. Here are the top 10 games you should grab before the Xbox 360 shutdown:
- Space Channel 5: Part 2
- Dustforce
- Street Fighter 3 Online
- YuGiOh! Millennium Duels
- South Park Tenorman's Revenge
- Rez HD
- Ecco the Dolphin
- Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate
- Worms
- State of Decay
Make sure to mark these games down in your calendar and get your hands on them before it's too late. Happy gaming!
