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Matt Brown

How to set up Xbox Series X|S — and why you should do it before Christmas morning

Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S holiday gift.

Imagine your loved one bouncing in glee because they've received a new Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S. It's exactly what they wanted! As they dance around in their pajamas, they list off all the games they want to play, only for a nightmare scenario to set in — they won't be able to play for hours.

If you're like me, you have fond memories of getting a Gameboy, Xbox, or PlayStation as a gift. But if you're as old as me, times have changed. Modern devices require quite a bit of setup before you can play your favorite games.

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