Microsoft has launched Xbox Playback, a new personalised feature that allows players to revisit their gaming history across 25 years of Xbox. Available starting November 12, the feature brings together gameplay statistics, achievements and other milestones from a player’s account into a personalised video.
Xbox Playback includes details such as a player’s first Xbox game, total time played, most-played title, most active years and longest gaming streak. The information is pulled from available account data covering different generations of Xbox consoles, giving each player a different look at their gaming history.
Players can access their Playback directly from the Xbox console dashboard or watch it online by signing into their Xbox account. Microsoft has also introduced a separate Playback Archive on the web, which provides additional details about past gaming activity, including early milestones and notable achievements.
After watching their video, players can generate a personalised Playback card to share with friends or on social media. Console users can scan a QR code displayed at the end of the video, while those watching through a browser can use the share option.
The feature is rolling out gradually throughout November 12, meaning it may not be immediately available to everyone. Xbox Playback will remain accessible until December 31, 2026, in 15 countries, including the US, UK, Canada, Australia, France and Germany.
To qualify, players must have at least 1 Xbox Gamerscore, 1 achievement and 1 minute of eligible gameplay linked to their Xbox profile. Those accessing Playback through a console must also have at least 1 minute of qualifying console gameplay.
Microsoft has warned that some historical information may be incomplete or take longer to appear, as the feature relies on account data currently available to the company.
