The Xbox Series X is a powerful next-generation console that boasts several innovative features, one of the most popular being Quick Resume. This functionality allows players to switch between multiple games nearly instantly, returning exactly where they left off without needing to reload a saved game. While Quick Resume is convenient for many gamers, it may not suit everyone’s gaming style or preferences. In some cases, users may want to turn off Quick Resume for troubleshooting purposes or to ensure the game always starts fresh.
Unfortunately, as of now, there is no system-wide setting to completely disable Quick Resume on the Xbox Series X. However, Microsoft offers a workaround that allows users to manually remove individual games from Quick Resume. This article walks through the process and provides helpful tips.
What is Quick Resume?
Quick Resume is a feature introduced with the Xbox Series X and Series S consoles. It utilizes the console’s SSD to store multiple game states, allowing players to move between different games without losing progress.
While it’s a groundbreaking feature for multitaskers, some users experience glitches or prefer starting each gaming session fresh. Understanding how to manage and clear Quick Resume slots can help tailor the experience to individual needs.
Why Someone Might Want to Disable Quick Resume
- Bugs and Glitches: Occasionally, Quick Resume can result in error messages, connection issues, or odd game behavior.
- Online-Only Games: Games that require persistent online connections, like MMO titles, often don’t perform well with Quick Resume.
- Saving Console Resources: Manually clearing Quick Resume can free up system resources for better performance.
- Always Fresh Starts: Some users simply prefer starting new sessions rather than resuming prior states.
How to Turn Off Quick Resume for a Specific Game
Even though you can’t disable Quick Resume globally, you can manually remove individual games from the Quick Resume list by following these steps:
- Turn on the Xbox Series X and press the Xbox button on your controller to open the guide.
- Navigate to the My games & apps section and select See all.
- Highlight the game you want to remove from Quick Resume.
- Press the Menu button (three lines) on your controller.
- Select Quit from the menu. This will effectively remove the game from Quick Resume.
Note: Quitting the game this way only removes its saved state from memory. It does not impact your saved game progress or files in any way.
How to View and Manage Games Using Quick Resume
The Xbox Series X also allows users to view which games are currently active in Quick Resume:
- Press the Xbox button to bring up the guide and select My games & apps.
- Scroll to the Group by option and choose Quick Resume.
- This will display all the games currently suspended in Quick Resume mode.
- You can then manually remove games by selecting each one and choosing Quit.
Additional Tips
- Clear Multiple Games: To clear multiple Quick Resume games in one session, go to each game on the list and quit it manually.
- Restart Console: Restarting the Xbox Series X also clears the Quick Resume cache temporarily.
- Enable Auto Shutdown: Setting the console to shut down instead of entering sleep mode will prevent Quick Resume from retaining memory states.
FAQ
Can I disable Quick Resume entirely?
No, currently there is no system-wide option to turn off Quick Resume on the Xbox Series X.
Does quitting a game delete my saved progress?
No, quitting a game only removes it from memory. Your saved data remains unaffected.
Are there any games where Quick Resume doesn’t work?
Yes, online-only titles or games with a heavy dependency on real-time connections often do not support Quick Resume effectively.
Does turning off the Xbox clear all Quick Resume game states?
Shutting down the Xbox completely (not using sleep mode) clears the Quick Resume cache.
Can I see a list of all currently Quick Resumed games?
Yes, go to My games & apps, then select Group by Quick Resume to view the list.
By learning how to manage Quick Resume effectively, Xbox Series X users can ensure a gaming experience that suits their preferences—whether they love seamless transitions or prefer a clean slate every time they play.