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10 August 2026

Xbox mandates age verification for 18+ games & apps in Australia

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Xbox mandates age verification for 18+ games & apps in Australia

Xbox is rolling out mandatory age verification in Australia for 18+ games and apps, with ID, credit card, email, and selfie options available.

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