Xbox 720 will not be 100% always online, add-on for backwards compatibility

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Another report today over on VGLeaks stated that the next-box, codenamed Durango, will contain the dreaded always-online internet component – plus, it will be backwards compatible with your old Xbox 360 due to an add-on coming to the aging consoles.

The site’s source told it that while it will have always-online functionality, it will not prevent the use of second hand games nor bar people from playing local content when they are without Internet.

Furthermore, a smaller, more stripped down 360 will be arriving on shelves for around $149 or less. This sku will act more like a set-top media box with Xbox 360 and XBLA game support and it may not have disc drive.

“Putting in an Xbox 360 disc into Durango will prompt the user to attach the supporting device that is sold separately. By separating the two devices and their functions it will ensure price competitiveness for both pieces of hardware,” says the report.

This means all content will need to be downloaded digitally. Should it be connected with Durango, users can use their disc-based Xbox 360 games on their Durango console with the small add-on Xbox.

Think of it as MS’s version of Google or Apple TV.

Thanks, CVG.

Source: VG247

That's...better?

I guess?

This is a lot better.

So, basically, if you want BC you have to buy the Xbox 360? Haha, that's genius, I'm sure some fools will fall for it.

Being able to play games without an internet connection is an absolute must.

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“Putting in an Xbox 360 disc into Durango will prompt the user to attach the supporting device that is sold separately.

:awwyeah:

Why would one want to play a game on the durango so bad? isn't it a possibillity to simply use the 360 for 360 games and vice versa?
I play most Xbox games on Xbox, 360 on 360 etc.

I am not a fan of the online crap but as long i can play a game without needing the internet im fine with it.