Can I get Xbox One Games with Gold if I don't have an Xbox One?

Is this possible? I have a 360 but when I try to get the games for the One online it crashes on me.

Best Answer

You are able to get the free Xbox One games without the system, assuming you have an Xbox Live Gold account.

Go to the Games with Gold page
Click the game you wish to "purchase"
Select "Buy Now"
Log in, if prompted
Double check that screen says "Free" (see image below)
Click "Confirm"

Should say Free here

Note: I do not own an Xbox One, nor have I ever had my account used on one. I do have an Xbox 360 which my account is used on. Additionally, my profile and system are both US region. Not sure if that matters or if anyone with Xbox Live Gold can use this method.

UPDATE: After purchasing an Xbox One, I had used these steps to get 5 games onto my account. When trying to download them, you must have a non-trial Xbox Live Gold account for the installation to finish. That said, I can verify that getting the games through this method will be available for play when you setup an Xbox One with your account.

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Can I buy Xbox games without an Xbox?

Xbox Play Anywhere only applies to digital games. Xbox Play Anywhere games can be purchased in the Xbox Store, the Windows Store, or via a digital code at participating retailers.

Do you need Xbox Live to play games with gold?

Is this only for new members? Games with Gold is available to all Xbox Live Gold and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members. To download free games, you just need to be an Xbox Live Gold or Xbox Game Pass Ultimate member when you redeem any Games with Gold offers.

How do I get Xbox games with gold?

First, head to the Store on your Xbox. Once there, open the Membership page - you'll be able to see a link on the Store's homepage. Next, head to the Xbox Live Gold section. Here you'll be able to find the games that are currently available to you through Xbox Games with Gold.

How to Access and Download Xbox Live Games with Gold

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