Talking Point: What Is Your Download Speed On Xbox These Days?

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How long does it take you to install games?

 What Is Your Download Speed On Xbox These Days?

In 2024, it's never been more important to have access to a decent internet connection as an Xbox owner. Even if you buy nothing but physical games, it's nearly impossible to get away from the day one installations, the countless title updates every month, dashboard improvements and the need for a stable multiplayer experience.

Even at this point in time though, there are many of us who are working with less-than-ideal download speeds. I'm personally running off a 15mbps connection (thankfully soon to be 500mbps), and even installing the average game can take 8-10 hours... it's very common for me to leave my Xbox installing these games overnight.

For those who do benefit from a decent connection though, Team Xbox has been working over the past year to try and maximise its potential - we've seen numerous updates that have incorporated improvements along these lines:

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