Xbox 360 Marketplace Closes After Nearly Two Decades

Microsoft's shutdown of the Xbox 360 store marks the end of an era, raising concerns about game preservation and digital access.

The Xbox 360 Marketplace officially closed on July 29, 2024, ending nearly 19 years of service.
Players can no longer purchase new games or DLC, but previously bought content remains accessible for download.
The closure affects hundreds of games, many of which are not available through backward compatibility on newer consoles.
Game preservationists express concern over the loss of digital-only titles and call for changes to copyright laws.
Microsoft's decision follows similar closures by Nintendo and attempted shutdowns by Sony.