Earlier this week, we reported on a story that Xbox might be thinking about adding more backwards compatible titles to the library this November, and now a few rumoured possibilities have cropped up on the original Xbox side.
As highlighted by True Achievements, the outlet spotted a few bizarre original Xbox additions to the Microsoft Store back in September which were subsequently removed, and here's what was discovered:
"Looking back through our store data, we saw seven OG Xbox games added to the new Microsoft Store from the old Xbox 360 store in September, all with a strange November 30th release date.
These titles include one of the best-received original Xbox launch titles Dead or Alive 3 (which would tie in nicely with the Xbox 20th anniversary celebrations if it does get added to the program), Dead or Alive Ultimate, Full Spectrum Warrior: Ten Hammers, Gladius, Gunvalkyrie, Advent Rising, and bizarrely, Chicken Little. They have all since been removed from the store."
True Achievements goes on to state that no-one should "jump to any conclusions" based on this information, as this could just be a case of Microsoft performing some tests and nothing more. The original rumour from XboxEra's Shpeshal_Nick also mentioned that "sometimes OG and 360 games are tested but don't make the cut".
It'll be interesting to see what comes of this (if anything). Something like Dead or Alive 3 would serve as a perfect addition to the backwards compatible library for Xbox's 20th anniversary, considering it was an Xbox launch title.
We'll see what happens!
Do you think we'll see any of these games made backwards compatible this November? Tell us below.
[source trueachievements.com]
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They only need to add one game. Just one.
Jet. Set. Radio. Future.
Charge $50 if it's going to cost this much to relicence all the music but make it happen!
ADVENT RISING!!!!!!! This has been my number one game I want added since they started this. Please be accurate.
@RadioHedgeFund nobody has even been more correct on the Internet. JSRF please!
Honestly this would be a disappointment if this was the list.
Advent rising was a bit of a cult hit but I don't think has aged well.
Plenty of better titles to hope for JSRF as above for starters
Finally. I can play Chicken Little in 4K. My life is complete.
I won’t be replaying any of them but damn I loved the Full Spectrum Warriors games back then
@Wyatt006 Thank you, someone finally mentioned the glorious, trailblazing spectacle that is Chicken Little in 4K/60FPS.
Would love to see racing game Blur.
Simpsons Hit and Run; and Matrix please in fact - all of the licensed games 👌
@K1LLEGAL Heck yes. This person gets it
I'll pick up the DOA games if this is the list. Had a blast with 3 with my OG XBox. Ultimate was a two disc game when it came out if I remember right, wonder how they will do that?
I don’t understand that last pick though…was Chicken Little a hidden gem?
I only played Jet Set Radio on Dreamcast and it was a cool experience so yes, the Xbox title will be welcome!
And Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing!
@Nightcrawler71 Absolutely, four player split screen there's still nothing quite like it. Particularly in 4k it'd be great. Given how everyone has huge TV's nowadays I'd love more four player split screen games!
Max Payne 3 and second sight , oh and psi ops please.
Gun Valkyrie yes yes yes!
If that is true it would be quite disappointing for me personally. Only Gun Valkyrie I’d be interested in playing again.
Most of the games I want-the Project Gothams, the Out Runs, JSRF and Midtown Madness seem to be stuck in a licensing hell.
imo the games they should add to backwards compatibility, despite some maybe being hard to do so cuz of licensing issues….legit any of theseee….
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Xbox-only_games https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Xbox_360-only_games
I'm really just hoping for Gauntlet dark legacy
I never understood why the DOA games weren't some of the first games made backwards compatible. The games were key launch titles for both the original Xbox/360 and were huge showcases for the power of the systems.
@GunValkyrie True. I completely forgot about Aerosmith and Rodman!
Q) Do you think we'll see any of these games made backwards compatible this November?
A) I've no idea if they will but I'd love it if they did. I got into the DOA series through Dead or Alive 4 as my Xbox 360 launch game and I've been eager to try out the earlier entries. This would be a perfect way.
Gunvalkyrie also looks pretty cool so it has my curiosity.
Oo, I'll definitely get Gunvalkyrie if it does come out. Not my top-pick for Sega Xbox games, but it's something I'd love to play.
TimeSplitters 2 and TimeSplitters 3: Future Perfect both need to be BC. Ditto OutRun 2006: Coast 2 Coast. I'd also love to see some turn-based military strategy love for Daisenryaku VII: Modern Military Tactics (the multiplayer combined with the map editor make this one an INCREDIBLE and tragically overlooked gem).
@GunValkyrie Dennis Rodman voiced Zack in the volleyball game haha I wish they didn't use Aerosmith for the intros, it didn't match in my opinion. Or maybe just Dream On didn't seem to match for Dead or Alive Ultimate. Luckily, DoA3 and Ultimate are still backwards compatible if you have your 360 handy. DoAX isn't though
@GunValkyrie OH also, I like your username haha
@Souldin I think my favourite would be Dead or Alive 2 Ultimate! Definitely worth checking out if it becomes available
@GunValkyrie that's awesome! I was actually looking for my copy of Gun Valkyrie...can't find it! I did find the soundtrack though! https://imgur.com/0MdJ1sw.jpg
Please Tao Feng fist of lotus. My fav fighting game of all time.
@Nightcrawler71 If only that was an OG Xbox game, which is what this article is about.
Mind you and all kidding aside, I'd love me some Blur as well, personally, but obviously, that's an Xbox 360 game, so unfortunately, that title doesn't fit the bill concerning this article.
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