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Are you looking to install apps like YouTube, Netflix, and Hulu on your Xbox 360? It’s surprisingly easy to do so, and we’ve outlined the steps for you below.
Do You Need to Install Apps Like Netflix on Xbox? Xbox hasn’t required Live to use Netflix since the days of the 360. However, you still need an account to download the app, just like you would for an iPhone or Android.
Can You Download Netflix on Xbox? You can get access to popular apps on your Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One console, including all your favorites like Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, Apple TV, Amazon Video, Sling TV, Pandora, and more!
How to Manually Install Netflix on Xbox
- Connect your Xbox to the internet.
- Go to the Xbox Store.
- Search for the Netflix app and download it.
- Open the app, either from the home screen or a slide-out app panel, and proceed through the setup process. You can either register or sign in to an existing Netflix account.
- Netflix will send you an activation code, so make note of this.
- Go to netflix.com/activate, ideally on a computer or mobile browser.
- Enter the code from Netflix and press Activate.
Why Won’t Netflix Work on My Xbox 360?
If Netflix is not working on your Xbox, you can try restarting your console. Here are the steps:
- Turn off your Xbox.
- Unplug the power cable of your Xbox One console, then press and hold the home button on the console for around 5 seconds to discharge it.
- Wait for around 1 minute.
- Plug the power cable back in your Xbox One console.
- Turn on your Xbox.
- Re-launch Netflix on Xbox to see if it works.
Alternatively, you can try re-installing Netflix.
Does YouTube Still Work on Xbox 360?
While there are a few apps that may fail to “connect to server” on the 360 and may not be allowed to be installed, after a few attempts, YouTube does load perfectly fine on an X360 Slim. When you connect to the internet, the dashboard will update to the latest release, and any installed apps no longer supported will be uninstalled upon the request of the publisher.
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