Xbox has begun testing a new program that allows users to convert physical game discs into digital versions, accessible through their Xbox account. This initiative, launched last week, currently includes over 1,000 compatible games. Recently, Ubisoft, a major game publisher, joined the test on September 8 by adding several of its titles, including Far Cry Primal, Far Cry 4, Trials Fusion, and various Assassin's Creed games. This move comes after Ubisoft had previously been absent from the program. The process involves inserting a compatible disc into an Xbox One or Xbox Series X console and linking it to the user's account. Once linked, the digital version of the game becomes available for play, download, cloud streaming, and sharing, and the physical disc is no longer required. Importantly, the disc remains usable by future owners if sold or gifted, as the digital license can be transferred. Microsoft introduced the program officially at the end of August, aiming to provide a more flexible alternative to its earlier attempts at an all-digital format. Ubisoft had not boycotted the program but had been slow to join. Some media outlets had speculated that the company was avoiding the program, but Ubisoft has faced criticism in the past for issues related to game preservation, such as the shutdown of The Crew servers, which rendered the game unplayable. By participating in the program, Ubisoft aims to avoid reinforcing its reputation for neglecting long-term game accessibility. However, the program is still in its early Alpha testing phase, and Microsoft has emphasized that the current selection of games does not represent the full catalog. Other major publishers like SEGA, Square Enix, and Bandai Namco are yet to join the program, as they need to finalize contracts. Square Enix, however, is expected to join soon due to its strong support for Xbox initiatives like Play Anywhere and cloud gaming. Microsoft had previously tried a similar concept in 2013 with the Xbox One, but it didn't gain popularity. For now, the program is limited to Xbox Insider testers. Users with a collection of physical Xbox games may want to keep an eye on the program's future expansion and the potential inclusion of more publishers. This development highlights the growing debate over digital versus physical formats, especially as PlayStation plans to eliminate discs entirely by 2028.