Can you still get Xbox Kinect?

Things to keep in mind

The Kinect sensor and Kinect Adapter have been discontinued. You can still use your Kinect with your Xbox 360 or Xbox One, but the sensor is not compatible with Xbox Series X|S consoles. Microsoft no longer carries inventory of either device.

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Why did they discontinue Xbox Kinect?

Microsoft blundered when it launched the Kinect V2, bundling it with the Xbox One and driving up the total price. To bring that price tag back down, the Kinect was sacrificed. The stigma it generated probably led to decreased interest, and decreased usage led to developer abandonment.

What does an Xbox Kinect do?

The Kinect sensor is a legacy product originally released for Xbox 360, and then for the Xbox One series with the Kinect Adapter. Kinect has a built-in camera that lets you play interactive games, take pictures, and more.

What is replacing Xbox Kinect?

Kinect is officially dead on the Xbox as of the new Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S with no way back. As a gaming tool it died out a long time ago but as a way of controlling the console with voice many folks kept hold of them.

Can you still get Xbox Kinect? – Related Questions

What do I need to play Just Dance 2022 on Xbox One?

If you still have an Xbox One, the game works with the Kinect. You can also play it with the Just Dance Controller app.

Just Dance 2022 is compatible with:

The Joy-Con controllers on Switch.
The PlayStation Camera on PS4.
The Kinect sensor on Xbox One.

Can you play just dance on Xbox One without Kinect?

Answer: No, Kinect is not required to play Just Dance 2021. While Kinect is a supported controller option, you may also download and use the Just Dance Controller App on your mobile phone if you would prefer!