The Xbox 360 Marketplace is set to shut down on July 29, marking the end of an era for the platform. This shutdown will specifically impact purchases made directly through Xbox 360 consoles; however, games and content that are backward compatible with Xbox One and Series X|S will remain accessible.
Users will still be able to redownload previously purchased titles, but for those who prefer to use their Xbox 360 consoles, this will be their last chance to acquire new digital games and downloadable content.
In anticipation of the closure, Microsoft has rolled out significant discounts across the Xbox 360 Marketplace. This move is part of a broader effort to clear out the remaining digital inventory before the store’s final shutdown.
The list of discounted games, which includes both digital versions of physical titles and digital-only games, features substantial markdowns, with many popular games now priced at just a dollar or two.
The shutdown will lead to the permanent removal of certain games that are exclusive to the Xbox 360 Marketplace. Out of the games available, 47 titles are set to disappear entirely. Among the notable games vanishing from the store is the acclaimed brawler *The Dishwasher*, which recently appeared on the discount list as part of the clearance sale.
For those interested in exploring which games to prioritize before the marketplace closes, a comprehensive thread by KaL on Twitter offers a detailed list of recommendations. This thread highlights both obscure digital exclusives and physical games that are becoming rare and expensive, serving as a valuable resource for anyone looking to complete their collection before it’s too late.
Although many of these games will continue to be available through official ports on other platforms or through unofficial means, the closure of the Xbox 360 Marketplace signifies the end of a significant chapter in gaming history. Fans and collectors alike are taking this opportunity to make final purchases and pay tribute to the legacy of Microsoft’s influential console.
