How to Download Games on Xbox Series S While Off

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Set your Xbox Series S to Instant-On mode. Go to Settings > General > Power mode & startup > Instant-On. You're all set!

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PassingDada·5 months ago

You really don't need to overthink it! Just enable Instant-On mode in the settings, and your games will download while the console is off. Easy peasy.

CorrectingGait·5 months ago

Make sure your Xbox Series S is set to Instant-On mode in the power settings. This lets it download games and updates while it's off.

ResolvingGame·5 months ago

From personal experience, once you set your Xbox Series S to Instant-On mode, you can start the download before turning it off and it will continue in the background. It's super convenient!

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