[Xbox Series X|S] Xenia Canary For UWP Setup Guide - Xenia Now Has A Front End!

Introduction

This tutorial guides you through the setup of Xenia Canary on the Xbox Series X and S, showcasing its new front-end support that allows for easier game management and settings adjustments. Whether you're using Dev mode or Retail mode, you'll learn how to install the emulator, configure your USB drive, and play Xbox 360 games smoothly.

Chapter 1: Xenia Dev Mode Setup

1. Set Up Dev Mode

   • Follow the linked guide in the description to set up Dev mode on your Xbox.

2. Download Xenia Canary

   • Visit Sir Mangler's GitHub page and download the latest version of Xenia Canary.

3. Access Xbox Device Portal

   • Find your Xbox's remote access IP address and enter it in your web browser.
   • If prompted with a privacy warning, click "Advanced" and continue.
   • Log in with your credentials if required.

4. Install Xenia Canary

   • Click the "Add" button in the device portal.
   • Select the appx package file or drag it into the installation box.
   • Click "Next," then "Start" to complete the installation.

5. Finalize Installation on Xbox

   • Navigate to the Xenia Canary entry on your Xbox.
   • Press the View button on your controller, go to "View Details," and change the UWP type from app to game.
   • Restart your Xbox to apply the changes.

Chapter 2: Xenia Retail Mode Setup Notes

1. Join Gamer 13 Discord
   • To run Xenia Canary in Retail mode, join the Gamer 13 Discord and wait for app links to add to your Microsoft account.

Chapter 3: Get Your USB Setup Right

1. Format USB Drive
   • Ensure your USB drive is formatted to NTFS and has proper security permissions.
   • You can follow previous tutorials or new guides found in the description for setting up your USB drive on PC or Mac.

Chapter 4: Xbox 360 Games Setup

1. Prepare Game Files

   • Extract Xbox 360 games from ISO format using the tool "Extract X ISO" from Xbox Dev.

     Drag the ISO file onto the Extract X ISO executable to extract the game files.
     

2. Transfer Games to USB Drive

   • After extracting, transfer the Xbox 360 game folders to your USB drive.

Chapter 5: Create Xenia Settings Folder on USB

1. Optional Settings Folder
   • Create a new folder on the USB drive named "Xenia" (or any name you prefer) to save Xenia configuration files.

Chapter 6: Launch Xenia

1. Insert USB Drive

   • Plug the USB drive into your Xbox. If prompted to format it as media or game storage, choose "Media."

2. Open Xenia Canary

   • Launch Xenia Canary from the Xbox dashboard.

Chapter 7: Change Xenia Config Path to USB

1. Set Config Path
   • Go to the paths tab in Xenia.
   • Select your USB drive and choose the folder you created for Xenia settings.
   • Close and relaunch Xenia to ensure the changes take effect.

Chapter 8: Set Xbox 360 Games Path

1. Add Game Directory
   • In the paths tab, click "Add Path" and navigate to your Xbox 360 games folder on the USB drive.
   • Wait for Xenia to parse the files; this may take some time.

Chapter 9: Gameplay Demo

1. Select and Play Games
   • Choose a game from the list to boot it up. Expect potential graphical glitches as the emulator is still in progress.

Chapter 10: Xenia Settings

1. Explore New Settings
   • Access the new settings tab to adjust resolution scaling, anti-aliasing, and other options.
   • Be cautious when changing settings, as they may lead to crashes.

Conclusion

You have successfully set up Xenia Canary on your Xbox Series X or S, complete with USB configuration for easy game management. Enjoy exploring Xbox 360 titles through this emulator, but remember that it is still a work in progress. Keep an eye out for updates and improvements in the emulator's performance. Happy gaming!