Microsoft is backtracking on the restrictions initially announced for the use of Xbox One : yes to used games and no to mandatory connection.
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The official presentation of Xbox One has certainly captured the attention of gamers worldwide. While not without curiosity about the new Microsoft console’s innovations, many have expressed strong disapproval of a series of limitations imposed on the product’s use.
From the outset, Microsoft indicated that an online connection would be necessary to access Xbox One features.
Another particularly sore point was the restriction to only new games: used, lent, or rented games would not be supported.
These two aspects caused considerable discontent among those who had long awaited Microsoft’s new gaming console, sparking controversies expressed on forums, social networks, and comments on official channels.
Likely due to this strong dissent, or perhaps also because of the almost simultaneous release of PlayStation 4, also recently unveiled, it has been learned that Microsoft has decided to eliminate the aforementioned restrictions, publishing a post on the official Xbox One blog.
The first point addressed concerns connectivity settings: it is now stated that a 24/7 online connection will not be necessary, and players can enjoy disc-based games offline.
However, a connection will be required for the console’s initial setup.
There is also a reversal regarding the use of used, rented, or lent games: Microsoft specifies that there will be no limitations whatsoever, meaning everything will function as it has until now, for example, with Xbox 360.
Most importantly, there will be no regional restrictions, as initially feared.
A clear and decisive reconsideration, likely made and communicated to avoid losing ground during the crucial launch phase.
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