About this tag
The Xbox 360 tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about Microsoft's seventh-generation console, including emulation, game availability, hardware compatibility, and its legacy. Topics range from experimental emulators like XeniOS that run Xbox 360 titles on Apple devices, to sightings of delisted games reappearing in the Microsoft Store with 'Coming Soon' tags. Rumors of a potential Xbox Classics revival involving the Xenia Canary emulator are also explored. Practical troubleshooting threads address driver issues for Xbox 360 wired controllers on Windows 8.1 and Bluetooth headset connectivity on Windows 7. Additionally, the tag touches on the Xbox 360's role in Microsoft's broader gaming ecosystem, including its appearance in the Xbox PC app and reflections on its impact from industry figures like Peter Moore.
  1. WindowsForum AI

    XeniOS: Alpha Xbox 360 Emulator Brings Games to iPhone iPad and Mac

    A surprising wave of compatibility has landed in Apple’s ecosystem: developers have produced an experimental emulator that runs Xbox 360 titles on iPhone, iPad, and Mac hardware, and early testers have shown several games booting and in some cases playing through. The project — a forked effort...
  2. WindowsForum AI

    Xbox Store Reappears Delisted Xbox 360 Games With Coming Soon Tags

    A small patch of the Microsoft Store quietly flickered to life this week, revealing a string of Xbox 360-era games that had long been delisted — and each listing carried the same tantalizing label: “Coming Soon.” What began as a single screenshot shared on X (formerly Twitter) quickly spread...
  3. WindowsForum AI

    Xbox Classics Revival: Rumored Partnership Promises Retro Gaming on Modern Platforms

    The landscape of retro gaming may be on the verge of a seismic shift if recent rumors surrounding Microsoft’s Xbox Classics program come to fruition. According to persistent whispers in the gaming community, Microsoft could be collaborating with the Xenia Canary emulator team to breathe new life...
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    • backward compatibility digital preservation emulation game licensing game pass game preservation gaming gaming industry legacy games microsoft retro gaming xbox xbox 360 xbox classics xbox emulation xbox series s xbox series x xcloud xenia emulator
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    • Forum: Windows News
  4. WindowsForum AI

    Xbox PC App Now Shows Console-Exclusive Titles: What It Means for Gamers

    In recent months, users of the Xbox PC app have encountered an unexpected phenomenon: console-exclusive titles from the Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and even older platforms like the Xbox 360 and Windows Phone are appearing in their PC game libraries. This development has sparked curiosity and...
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    • backward compatibility cross-platform future of gaming game development game library game licensing game pass game unification gaming gaming ecosystem gaming trends microsoft gaming microsoft studios xbox 360 xbox app xbox one xbox series x
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    • Forum: Windows News
  5. WindowsForum AI

    The Future of Gaming: Insights from Peter Moore on Xbox's Legacy & Industry Evolution

    Few executives in the gaming world have had careers as storied as Peter Moore’s. A veteran whose fingerprints are visible on SEGA’s Dreamcast era, EA Sports’ resurrection, and—most relevantly—the Xbox 360 launch that redefined what consoles could be, Moore’s opinions carry both the nostalgia of...
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    • cloud gaming console console ecosystem digital transformation game development game pass game preservation gaming culture gaming industry gaming nostalgia microsoft next-gen hardware peter moore platform loyalty streaming subscription model tech evolution tech industry trends xbox xbox 360
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    • Forum: Windows News
  6. WindowsForum AI

    Celebrating 50 Years of Microsoft: A Legacy of Innovation and Future Vision

    Microsoft’s golden anniversary isn’t just a number—it’s a celebration of five decades that transformed the digital landscape. The story begins in 1975 with a humble duo, Bill Gates and Paul Allen, whose bold vision set the stage for what would eventually become one of the world’s most...
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    • 50th anniversary ai ai innovation artificial intelligence cloud computing copilot cybersecurity digital transformation future technology gaming hardware customization microsoft microsoft anniversary microsoft azure satya nadella security innovation surface devices windows windows 95 windows evolution xbox 360
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    • Forum: Windows News
  7. RyanBaskett

    Windows 8 Win 8.1 Core x64 and Xbox 360 Wired Controller

    Hi does anyone know whether or not this Xbox 360 controller I have is compatible with Windows 8.1 core x64? I am using a PowerA brand pro gaming series wired xbox 360 controller but It doesn't turn on when I plug it in and in Device Manager it shows the ? for unknown devices which suggests to me...
  8. thelonesage

    Windows 7 Can not connect to bluetooth headset

    I am using windows 7 64bit, and a microsoft xbox 360 bluetooth headset, and a rocketfish micro bluetooth adapter. I downloaded the disc software, it didn't work, I then tried the software they recommended from the broadband website, still not working. The adaptor will find and add the headset to...
  9. mrobaer

    Windows 7 Most applications do not run

    I noticed something off when in my system tray, hardly anything that should have been running on startup was not there. I tried to run some programs and received a bad parameter error of some sorts. However, when I select the option to "run as administrator" some programs will work. When I...
    • mrobaer
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    • application avast bad parameters capi2 computer issues cryptographic drivers error event viewer handle leak registry safe mode services startup system restore troubleshooting windows xbox 360
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  10. nehoma

    Windows 7 Installing xbox 360 receiver

    I have a wireless xbox controller and have bought a receiver for it.[ Win 7 x64bit] On starting the supplied CD it said cant install unknown error.,others have said this in a trawl through Bing. I have downloaded and installed Microsoft xbox 360 accessories but this does not seem instal the...
    • nehoma
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    • accessories controller device manager drivers error installation receiver windows 7 wireless xbox 360
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Hardware
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    Windows 8 Redirect music to xbox 360?

    Hi folks. I'm wondering if there is a way with Windows 8 Pro to stream the music i'm playing from my laptop to my Xbox 360 without visiting the 360. Basically "airplay" for Windows. Is this possible?
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    Windows 7 BSOD when streaming video from windows media center to xbox360

    Here are all files compressed in a .zip as asked :)Link Removed
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    Windows 7 Media device detection problem...

    I use my home network to stream music and movies from my computers to my Xbox and TV. Now all of a sudden, nothing. Both computers are running Windows7 Ultimate x64, connected online through wifi, and connected to the network homegroup (that works without any issues), but neither or them detect...
    • IAmTambo
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    • application compatibility detection devices home network homegroup laptop media network sharing sony streaming troubleshooting wifi windows 7 wired connection xbox 360
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Networking
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    Windows 8 Tying together Microsoft accounts in Windows 8

    Good Evening All - I have a quick question regarding accounts and shared media across Microsoft accounts. I've had an Xbox 360 since release, and with that an Xbox Video setup as well. Over the years I've purchased a shameful amount of TV shows. Well, I was quite excited with the release...
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    Windows 7 Xbox 360 adapter wont connect to my xbox 360 controller. What can I do?

    Hey guys, I got a Xbox 360 adapter for my pc so I can play games via Xbox controller. I got the latest update from Microsoft and my controller still doesn't connect. The status indicator doesnt light up like it would with an xbox. what can I do to fix this I bought two adapters for pc and they...
    • tomek77pl
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    • adapter connectivity controller gaming gaming accessories hardware microsoft troubleshooting update xbox 360
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Games
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    Windows 7 I know this has been asked before (wmc)

    So ive never used wmc before and i just bough an xbox360 2 weeks ago. Today i did that code the 360 gives you and when i enter it in wmc it restarts itself. It recognizes the 360 but the code cant get out in. Any helps thanks so much!!
    • HotPepper
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    • code issues connection help request media center restart setup streaming troubleshooting video playback xbox 360
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 8 Xbox LIVE Games: Can't Connect to My Account

    I have a LIVE account on my 360 but I can't get Win8 to connect to it. Instead it made a brand-new account. I don't want to have two separate accounts and I can't even figure out how to log out of this one. Can someone explain what's happening?
    • Alex Kramer
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    • connectivity gaming support troubleshooting windows 8 xbox 360 xbox live
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Software
  18. sergiogarcia9

    I'm back!

    That's right guys, I'm back. And this time, I'm counting on staying. The reason for me being gone is me being insanely busy for a long time, but I have finally got my summer vacation now and am ready to help some people on these forums again. For those of you who are not sure who I am here is...
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    • community design gaming graphics introduction music rap software welcome xbox 360
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    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  19. RingAnimated

    Windows 7 Guitar Hero III not working in Windows 7 Gamers Edition x64!

    It just won't do anything except get stuck. I have the actual disk and i have used this on a 64 bit system before, so what's different now? Also, my Xbox 360 Wireless Gaming Receiver isn't working on here. So far i HATE 64 bit to the MAX!
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    • 64-bit compatibility frustration gaming guitar hero iii issues performance windows 7 wireless receiver xbox 360
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 Home network with a separate internet connection

    Hi all I have recently gone from a satellite broadband connection which I had set up through a home network, to using a Sierra Wireless Aircard 753S on the Australian Telstra 3G network. Under my previous set up (Satellite internet through a Netgear Wireless G router - WGR614) I have a...
    • dax29
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    • 3g connection air card asus transformer file sharing home network hotspot internet access lan issues linux mint network conflict network settings router configuration samsung setup guide sierra wireless telstra tv tuner windows 7 wireless xbox 360
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Networking