Xbox 360: "Original Xbox games are blocked by Family Settings" error when you try to play an original Xbox game on an Xbox 360 console (908224)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Xbox 360
  • Xbox Video Game System

SYMPTOMS

When you try to play an original Xbox game on an Xbox 360 console, you receive the following error message:
Original Xbox games are blocked by Family Settings. You can change your Family Settings in the System area of the Xbox Dashboard.

CAUSE

This issue may occur when family settings on the Xbox 360 console are set to block original Xbox games.

THINGS TO TRY

To resolve this issue, modify family settings. To do this, follow these steps:
  1. In the System section of the Xbox Dashboard, select Family Settings, and then press the A button.
  2. Select Console Controls, and then press the A button.
  3. Type the pass code that you previously set for the console.
  4. Select Original Xbox Games, and then press the A button.
  5. Select Allowed, and then press the A button.
  6. Select Done, and then press the A button.
  7. Select Yes to save the change.
Note By default, the ability to play original Xbox games is allowed.
Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:10/12/2006
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