Microsoft has quietly updated the Series X's system software to remove the need for a one-time online check-in before playing Xbox One discs and certain "Smart Delivery" cross-generation discs.

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https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2022/09/xbox-series-x-update-allows-more-discs-to-be-played-fully-offline/

Xbox Series X update allows more discs to be played fully offline

Forced online check in no longer required for Xbox One and "Smart Delivery" discs.

Ars Technica