LillyPipJul 31, 2023

Xbox Is Suspending Players Caught Using Emulators

https://lemmy.ca/post/2355617

Xbox Is Suspending Players Caught Using Emulators - Lemmy.ca

For a good while, there was a bit of hype built around the Xbox Series S, in particular for the retro gaming scene. It was a cheaper device that offered a small form factor. Likewise, it allowed consumers to download emulators and enjoy various retro video games. But while this process was available, some consumers were skeptical. Of course, it didn’t take Microsoft too long before they outright banned emulators from being available in the marketplace, making it impossible to download and enjoy. That’s just the emulators being used in the Xbox Series X/S retail mode. […] > RETAIL MODE ON XBOX IS DEAD! > - 15-day suspensions handed out to users of retail emulators as a warning shot from Microsoft. > - Devs warning users to delete emulators > - Retail Mode team disbanding and shutting down the Patreon. Sorry to bear the bad news. RT to warn others [Article continues…]

Show threadSanctusJul 31, 2023
It just sounds like console gaming is getting shittier as the years go by. Like now I can’t do what I want with it? They know the only things keeping old games from the void are emulators and enthusiasts right? Are they making these old games available? No? Then they should fuck off.
Show threadRightHandOfIkarosJul 31, 2023
They dont want you playing the old games, because the old games were good with high replayability and staying power. The new games are designed for you to drop it before you mindlessly buy the new one hoping it will be better (it probably won’t).
Show threadLillyPip
Don’t forget the best invention mankind has come up with: loot boxes! Where’s your sense of pride and accomplishment?
Jul 31, 2023 at 7:55pmWeb