Why did xbox stop backwards compatibility?

In November 2021, Microsoft announced that they would be ending their backward compatibility program after six years of adding games. Microsoft's reasoning what that they had “reached their limit” was such a halfhearted explanation for shutting the whole program down.

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2023-07-23 20:03:43

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Does ps5 have backwards compatibility?
The short answer is yes! The PS5 has backwards compatibility with “the vast majority” of PS4 games. Sony tried going through each title with the developers and publishers to ensure that each game could be played seamlessly on the new console.
2024-03-20 20:22:05

How do i turn on backwards compatibility on xbox 360?
Just pop your game disc into your console. Or, if a digital game you bought is compatible, you'll find it in your games list. Go to My games & apps > See all > Full library > Owned games, then select the Filter button and switch the All games filter to Ready to install.
2024-02-04 16:23:03

How does xbox one backwards compatibility work?
Xbox One Backward Compatibility is free and allows you to play select Xbox 360 and Original Xbox games you already own on Xbox One. Xbox Series X|S Backward Compatibility is free and allows you to play select Xbox 360, Original Xbox games, and Xbox One games you already own on Xbox Series X|S.
2024-02-02 15:37:47

Why did the ps3 lose backwards compatibility?
PS3: originally offered hardware backwards compatibility, but they were trying to cut down on the cost of a very expensive system. At launch, the $600 PS3 was estimated to cost $850 for Sony. They lost a lot of money, so they cut everything they could.
2023-12-24 13:24:18

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