Microsoft has announced that original Xbox games are coming to Windows PC with modern features, prompting Polygon to list 10 titles it believes should receive backwards-compatible releases. The article argues that PC support could preserve and broaden access to a varied early Xbox catalogue, including Japanese-developed games and overlooked exclusives.

– Dead or Alive 3: praised for its era-leading visuals and enduring fighting-series appeal.
– Gladius: a tactical role-playing game whose Xbox version benefited from clearer visuals and shorter loading times.
– Jet Set Radio Future: Sega’s stylised graffiti-and-skating game, valued for its distinctive aesthetic and larger world.
– Ninja Gaiden Black: an improved, content-complete version of the challenging action game, with camera and quality-of-life upgrades.