A GameStop kid said the just looks for thing in the middle? I just wanted to know if that's true. The long answer is "it depends". Some games are programmed to depend on data stored only on the disk, so even if you have a local install on the , they may be missing important information. Other games will install to the hard drive and then never use the disk for anything important again, so it might still work.
My suggestion here is, break your habit. Put your disks back in the damn case when you're finished using them, so they don't get scratched, takes 10 seconds of your life. Even if every single game installed to the hard drive and never needed the disks again, what happens when your xbox inevitablly breaks down or RRODs?
Now, not only do you have to replace your xbox, but also hundreds of dollars worth of game disks too. There is some "scratch resistance" advantage in installing games to your hard drive, but it's likely to vary and is still going to be somewhat unpredictable. Essentially, if you know you're going to scratch a game, you might want to install it as a precaution, but there's still a chance it still just won't play. The still spins up the disc to make sure it's legitimate when you play a game installed to your hard drive, and there's honestly no telling what Microsoft is checking with regards to the disc.
I've managed to install "spotty" discs to the drive and then play the game fine after that, but other times it hasn't worked so well. If you scratch discs frequently, a better idea might be to figure out a system to take better care of them, or invest in a device that can resurface them. Just food for thought for those who want to stand their consoles up like the ads show you can do. As for playing and using scratched discs, yes you can still use a scratched disc as long as the scratches are not too bad and the initial load-up sector of the disc is readable, as I believe an installed game only needs the start section to run the installed game.
If you find yourself with an unplayable disk, though the Xbox can read it enough to say what the game disk is. Find a copy not scratched, copy it to the Xbox and the put the scratched disk in. If it can read what disk it is, it should run fine off the Xbox. Sorry this didn't help. Thanks for your feedback. Thanks for the quick response. Below your questions awnsered. One important question from me in bold below. Is not possible to do that kind of exchange. But if you want to enjoy the gamepass, the codes are stackable, that means you could redeem all.
Hello RobVerhappen! Yeah, in this particular situation going back to the place of purchase would be your point of reference. You do have the option of maybe selling the cards online example: eBay since you haven't scratched them off yet. Microsoft would not be able to refund them since they weren't purchased from them. Go to the game controller and boot the device. Turn off the Xbox and wait for some time.
Restart it and confir m if the disc works. They are used to resurface damaged video game discs. About G Brown. Questions Answers Best Answers 0. You may need to turn a crank or press a button to make the disc spin. The repair tool will spin the disc, rubbing the cleaning pad across the "read" side. Buff the disc with the included buffing cloth. Many repair kits come with a buffing cloth, which you'll use to buff the disc after repairing it. Vigorous buffing will help ensure that the disc can be read.
Insert the repaired disc into your Xbox console and try playing it. If it still doesn't work, you can repeat the repair process again. Some users have reported it taking up to ten tries to get a game to work. Some scratches may be too deep to repair using these tools. If the console is tilted or bumped during play, this can cause the disc to be scratched. Ensure that boisterous siblings or curious pets cannot get near the console while it is in use or whenever there is a disc inside.
Not Helpful 22 Helpful Not Helpful 17 Helpful Try running the disc underneath warm water and use a wet cloth to gently wipe at the stains. Not Helpful 8 Helpful If none of these methods worked for you, you should probably think about getting a new one. Not all scratches are repairable. Not Helpful 24 Helpful Just once; if you apply too much, it can damage the disc's surface. It should work for most of them, but some scratches are just beyond repair.
Not Helpful 18 Helpful Not Helpful 15 Helpful Use a lip balm without any colors, flavors, or glitter, or else it will damage your game. Not Helpful 3 Helpful 8. Unfortunately, no.
It is supposed to be plain toothpaste. If it isn't, it risks damaging the disc further. Not Helpful 38 Helpful As long as it is not a whitening toothpaste, it should be fine. Try to use plain white toothpaste if possible. Not Helpful 7 Helpful Include your email address to get a message when this question is answered. By using this service, some information may be shared with YouTube.
Avoid setting your Xbox vertically, as this has been known to increase the chances of scratching your disc. Helpful 17 Not Helpful 3. Borrow a friend's copy of your Xbox game and install it on your Xbox before you use your version. This may help the console to store more information from a working copy of the disc, instead of trying to use your damaged copy. Helpful 15 Not Helpful 4. Helpful 7 Not Helpful 2. These stores usually have access to more powerful sanding tools than consumers have access to, and may be able to get your game working when you can't.
Helpful 11 Not Helpful 5. If you're getting consistent perfect circle scratches around the center ring of the disc, your Xbox may be defective and require replacement. Helpful 10 Not Helpful 5. Apply a small amount of car wax to the repaired surface after using one of the above methods. This will help fill in any remaining scratches, and prevent future scratches. Use a soft cloth and rub the wax in small circles around the disc until it's been completely worked in.
Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0. Submit a Tip All tip submissions are carefully reviewed before being published. Most of these methods will not work very well with Blu-ray discs.
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