Last night's Xbox back compat update really was the last, Microsoft insists Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Last night's Xbox back compat update really was the last, Microsoft insists "We know we've said this before." News by Tom Phillips Deputy Editor Updated on 16 Nov 2021 115 comments Microsoft's latest batch of Xbox backwards compatible games really will be the program's final update. 76 additional titles joined the back compat program yesterday in celebration of Xbox's 20th anniversary - including big names such as the Max Payne trilogy, Nier and TimeSplitters 2. But Microsoft also said this update would be the last - and has now subsequently doubled down to reiterate this fact, while acknowledging it did also say this before. Watch on YouTube "While we continue to stay focused on preserving and enhancing the art form of games, we have reached the limit of our ability to bring new games to the catalogue from the past due to licensing, legal and technical constraints," Xbox back compat lead Peggy Lo wrote last night. But, of course, Microsoft has said similar in the past - when it wound down its Xbox back compat program prior to the Xbox Series X/S arrival. Alas, this time it really does sound final. "Yes, this is the final addition of Xbox 360 and original Xbox games to the backward compatibility program," an Xbox spokesperson followed up to IGN. "We have reached the limits of our ability to add additional games to the catalogue due to licensing, legal or technical constraints. We know we've said this before, but we went back one more time to bring as many fan-requested titles as possible to the catalogue to celebrate our 20th anniversary." Around 600 games from the OG Xbox and Xbox 360 era are now included as part of the program, but fans have still lamented some of the titles which have not made it. Fan-favourite racers such as Blur, Burnout 3 and Project Gotham Racing are among the most high profile absences on the list. A number of Sega games haven't made the cut, such as Jet Set Radio Future, The Club, Rez HD, Anarchy Reigns, Sonic Riders and Shadow the Hedgehog. From EA, Medal of Honor 2010 and Warfighter are missing. Fans of Singularity, Ninja Gaiden, MechAssault, Quantum Redshift, Armored Core and Wreckless: The Yakuza Missions have also been left out. I've also seen calls for Rocky, X-Men Legends and Def Jam Fight for NY. Maybe when Xbox turns 40? Huh, how old will you be then? Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Google announces cloud gaming Chromebooks less than a fortnight after Stadia shutdown GeForce Now preinstalled. 4 Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Overwatch 2 suffers another DDoS attack and character roster bugs Mei Mei. 13 Latest Articles Digital Foundry Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090: a new level in graphics performance The Digital Foundry video review - and how the new GPU champion delivers for 4K 120fps gaming. Feature Evercore Heroes wants to wind people up the right way "There's less rage at them, because they didn't end your fun." Google announces cloud gaming Chromebooks less than a fortnight after Stadia shutdown GeForce Now preinstalled. 4 Genshin Impact Path of Gleaming Jade dates, login event rewards Including other anniversary rewards and how to claim them. Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store