Xbox One Won't Support Game Rentals, Used Games Decided by Publishers

[RaychelSnr]

More news continues to leak about the XBox One and its stance towards classic gaming hallmarks, and the latest news isn't good. It appears Microsoft's new console will not support game rentals and whether used games will be allowed or not will depend on individual publishers. Publishers can lock out the used games market if they so desire.

Users will be allowed to transfer game licenses once to a friend, so long as you have been friends with said friend for more than 30 days on Xbox Live. Microsoft is looking at the possibility of loaned or rented game licenses, but those features won't be available at launch, and perhaps never.

Furthermore, XBox One users will be able to give up to 10 other family members access to their shared library, which presumably will mean people playing on the same console unless Microsoft wants a game-sharing mess on their hands. All titles will be available both digitally as well as on disc. Digitally downloaded titles will be attached to specific users and not consoles, meaning you could realistically download Halo at a friends house and play it via your username.

Of course, all items are subject to change in the future says Microsoft. You can read more about the Xbox One's policies on Polygon. Coincidentally enough, it appears EA's removal of Online Passes was nothing more than a publicity stunt after all.

What do you think? Are you worried about the Microsoft DRM push?

[GlennN]

I gotta say, I have never been less enthused about a new console. I think I'll still be playing my 360 for awhile. I'll see how things shake out, but I see absolutely no reason to jump on the bandwagon.

[jeremym480]

Who wants to be in my XBox family?

You buy the games and I'll play them

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[Profit89]

Next gen = Upgrading my PC !

Chris, there's a nice article at Eurogamer.net: "Microsoft kills game ownership and expects us to smile"

http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2013-06-07-microsoft-kills-game-ownership-and-expects-us-to-smile

And then there's this great article: http://www.pcgamesn.com/why-your-nex...e-should-be-pc

[SHAKYR]

This is not going to turn out good for XBOX ONE. EA influence has emerged.

[JerseySuave4]

Microsoft can do whatever they want, i'm going with a PS3. Microsoft trying too hard to do too many things while not doing the things that gamers want.

[heater41]

Not going to be effecting me. I was on the fence before, now I KNOW I won't be purchasing one.

[soonermagic88]

Wow, so im confused. Does Microsoft NOT want people to buy their new system? ....

[mdlanni1]

When did Microsoft turn into North Korea?...Is Dennis Rodman working for them now?

[cavs25]

inserts brand new Halo 5

To play this game you must sacrificed two chickens. But in front of a mirror on a cloudy day.

[NaturalSelected]

I must be on an island...but nothing I've heard here would change my current behavior. When is the last time I rented a game? Years.

Just think it's interesting that there's a lot of noise, because they probably know everyone's current behavior anyway.

[chrisphil1724]

The question is "Are you worried about the Microsoft DRM push?" No. Why? The DRM push is not coming from Microsoft it is coming from the publishers. In a week's time, we will be talking about how the new DRM works for BOTH Xbox One and PS4.

A preview? Sony patent United States Application US20130007892. Sony's games can be restricted using an RFID tracking chip in the discs, locking disc to the first console that uses it. So the question we could all be asking is, will Sony have a system for used games at all?

The times are changing people and it's not coming from Microsoft or Sony, it's the publishers.

[ForeverVersatile]

I must be on an island...but nothing I've heard here would change my current behavior. When is the last time I rented a game? Years.

Just think it's interesting that there's a lot of noise, because they probably know everyone's current behavior anyway.

Exactly, who the hell still rents games anymore? None of this will change my mind about buying an Xbox One.

[Profit89]

Re: Xbox One Won't Support Game Rentals, Used Games Decided by Publishers

This has nothing to do with renting games. Read some articles out there guys. With the greatest of respect, inform yourselves.

It's about consumer's rights.

Read the privacy policy. Read the "DRM" policies.
http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/20...ts-us-to-smile

[jWILL253]

Microsoft is completely dense. EA is destroying the gaming industry...