Download Xenia: Microsoft Xbox 360 Emulator for Windows

Xenia is an open-source Xbox 360 emulator for Windows. It needs no BIOS: just the game files. Compatibility varies a lot from title to title.

Requirements Xenia

• 64-bit Windows 10 or 11.
• A processor with AVX/AVX2 support.
• A graphics card with Vulkan or Direct3D 12 support and up-to-date drivers.
• Games in ISO or XEX format.

How to install it step by step

1. Download the file with the button on this page and extract it into its own folder.
2. Drag the game file onto xenia.exe, or open Xenia and use File > Open.
3. Wait for shaders to compile the first time the game launches.

Recommended settings

• Configuration: settings live in the xenia.config.toml file, created the first time you run Xenia.
• Graphics API: you can switch between Direct3D 12 and Vulkan in that file.
• Controller: an Xbox controller works without extra setup.

Common problems

• The game won't start or closes: not every title is compatible; check the project's compatibility list.
• Low performance: try the other graphics API and update your drivers.
• Black screen: wait a few seconds while shaders compile.