"Is Tidal on Xbox One or Xbox Series X/S?" No. There is no Tidal app on Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One X, etc. Game lovers tend to play Tidal music on Xbox products while gaming, as Tidal offers high-fidelity lossless quality audio files.
However, you still can get Tidal on Xbox game console in 2026. In this guide, we will show you 5 ways, including online and offline ways, and even supports background play.
Part 1. How to Play Tidal on Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One via USB Drive
If you want 100% stable background playback while gaming, you desperately need a third-party tool to convert Tidal music to common audio files. Then you can put Tidal music on USB drive for playback on Xbox as Xbox has a built-in Media Player that can read files from external drives while you are in-game. In this case, you can listen to Tidal music on Xbox offline.
AudFree Tidal Music Downloader is probably the best choice. As a pioneer of Tidal music converter, AudFree Tidable focuses on converting Tidal music to MP3, FLAC, WAV, and other common formats that Xbox and other devices support. What's more, it can download Tidal tracks as permanent local audio files and retain 100% original quality (Lossless/HiRes FLAC) of the audio. In this way, you can easily play music from Tidal on Xbox via a USB drive or Spotify.
With cutting-edge technology, the AudFree Tidal Music Downloader has the power to batch convert more than 100 songs at once. And it can download Tidal streams at extremely fast speeds (up to 37X faster). In addition to downloading Tidal songs, it can also download podcasts, albums, playlists, audiobooks, and radio. Also, the output Tidal tracks come with full metadata, such as artist, album, title, cover art, and other ID3 tags. Then you can organize your Tidal music downloads according to your needs, which is very convenient.
AudFree Tidal Music Downloader
- Losslessly decode encrypted Tidal tracks and playlists as local files
- Convert Tidal to MP3, WAV, FLAC, etc. for Xbox One
- Download music from Tidal for Xbox in batch at up to 37X faster speed
- Keep 100% Tidal audio quality and the whole metadata
Now, let's see how to convert and download music from Tidal for Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S. Please install the AudFree Tidal Music Downloader on your computer in advance, which is safe and legal to use for individuals. With the help of this powerful tool, you will be able to make Xbox Tidal integrated and enjoy Tidal music on Xbox as background game sounds.
How to Convert Tidal for Xbox Products
- Step 1. Import Tidal Songs or Playlists to AudFree Tidable
- Make sure you have installed the AudFree Tidal Music Converter from the official website on your computer desktop. Launch the downloader and sign into your Tidal music account. After that, please find your favorite tracks or playlists within the built-in Tidal web player window and click '+🎵' > 'Add to List' to finish loading the song.
- Step 2. Define Output Parameters for Xbox Tidal Compatibility
- Find the 'Menu' icon in the top right corner of the main page and click 'Preferences' > 'Conversion'. Later, it will bring up a new settings window where you can reset the output quality of Tidal by changing the format, sample rate, bit rate, channel, etc. Since Xbox supports MP3, AAC, FLAC, WAV, providing that you want to get better quality, we suggest selecting the 'Format' as lossless FLAC or WAV, 'Sample Rate' as 192kHz and 'Bit Depth' as 24-bit/32-bit. Besides, you can also reset the 'Channel' to 'Stereo'. Then you can enjoy the spatial Tidal Dolby Atmos audio on Xbox products.
- Step 3. Download Tidal Music for Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S
- Now, click the obvious 'Convert' bar in the bottom-right corner of the Converting page. The program will run at up to 37X speed to download the tracks to the output format you set before. When the conversion is finished, a red dot showing the number of songs will be prompted on the 'Converted' icon. Please press it to locate the destination folder where all converted Tidal streams are stored. After that, you'll be able to stream Tidal to Xbox One without the Xbox Tidal app.
For downloading Tidal music for Xbox, you can also use AudFree Streaming Audio Recorder. It supports to download and convert music from Tidal, Spotify, YouTube Music, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Qobuz, SoundCloud, etc. If you want to play music from other music services on Xbox, you can give it a try.
Play Tidal Music on Xbox One via USB Drive
Since Xbox Series and Xbox One products are capable of playing local audio files from your USB drive or any portable media player such as iPod, here, we will show you how to use Tidal on Xbox One as background music with the help of a USB drive.
Step 1. Please connect your USB drive to your computer.
Step 2. Create a music folder in your USB drive and name it 'Tidal Music'. This will help you to find it more easily.
Step 3. Add Tidal music files to a USB drive and then plug it into your Xbox One.
The maximum number of input songs is about 200, and it is not available if you save too many tracks from the drive to Xbox One.
Step 4. Now you can select the Media Player or Simple Background Music Player app in Xbox One to browse and play the Tidal soundtrack.
Extra Tips: How to Enjoy Tidal on Xbox via Spotify
Although you can't get the official Tidal app on Xbox, a Spotify Xbox app can be gotten. Therefore, you can easily load the local Tidal files to Spotify for playing on Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One.
Step 1. Open Spotify on your computer. Go to 'Settings' > 'Local Files' and click 'Add A Source' to load your local Tidal files.
See also: How to Add Local Files to Spotify
Step 2. Now, install the Spotify Xbox app on Xbox from Microsoft Store and sign in to Spotify on Xbox.
Step 3. Use controller or voice commands to navigate Spotify and play your added Tidal music.
See also: How to Get Spotify on Xbox One
Part 2. How to Use Tidal on Xbox via Microsoft Edge Web Player
In fact, if you don't want to download Tidal music files and just want a quick solution for casual listening, you can access the Tidal web player on Xbox through Microsoft Edge.
Step 1. Launch the Xbox One and select 'Xbox' from the Xbox controller.
Step 2. From the main page, choose 'Microsoft Edge'.
Step 3. Navigate to the Tidal music web player and log in to your Tidal account.
Step 4. Afterward, you can play your liked songs from Tidal on the Xbox device online.
Step 5. Press the Xbox button on your controller to return to the home screen. If the audio continues, you can start your game and enjoy your music.
Playing Tidal on Xbox via the Edge browser may stop when you launch a game. For uninterrupted background music, keep the browser tab open in the background. Or, you can use the USB drive or Plex methods.
Part 3. How to Get Tidal Music on Xbox via Plex Media Player
Although Plex previously offered a direct "Tidal integration" feature, this functionality has now been officially discontinued. You can no longer directly link your Tidal account via the settings within the Plex app to stream its full music library.
However, if you use the AudFree Tidal Music Converter method mentioned above, Plex remains an excellent alternative. Simply add your converted Tidal files to your Plex media server library for full background playback.
Step 1. Install and open the Plex Media Server on your computer. Then log in to your account.
Step 2. Click 'Add Library' > 'Add folders' to add Tidal music to Plex.
Step 3. Then open the Plex player app on your Xbox device and log in to your Plex account. Later, you are allowed to access your Tidal music library from the Plex player on Xbox. And then you can listen to Tidal music on Xbox while playing games.
Part 4. How to Play Tidal on Xbox Series X/S or Xbox One via DLNA
If you want to control Tidal music from your phone, DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is your choice. It is a wireless casting method similar to AirPlay or Chromecast. Lots of applications can be regarded as DLNA servers that allow to play Tidal music on Xbox from your phone as long as you connect the Xbox One and phone to the same network.
Step 1. On your mobile, set up the DLNA server. You can use a casting app like BubbleUPnP for Android or Web Video Caster for iOS.
Step 2. Next, on Xbox, install a DLNA receiver app, such as 'DLNA Receiver - Media Player' or 'AirServer'.
Step 3. Go back to your phone and play Tidal music. The music will come out from your Xbox device.
Part 5. Compare Ways to Play Tidal on Xbox
To help you choose the best method to play Tidal music on Xbox game console, here is a quick comparison table for you.
| Feature | Via AudFree Tidable + USB Drive | Via Tidal Web Player | Via Plex Media Player | Via DLNA Casting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audio Quality | Lossless (FLAC) | Standard (AAC) | High (Variable) | Standard |
| Background Play | Excellent | Unstable | Good | Medium |
| Offline Support | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Cost | One-time fee | Free | Free | Paid |
| Ease of Use | Medium | High | Low (Setup required) | Medium |
Part 6. FAQs about Tidal on Xbox
Does the Xbox Browser Support Max Quality?
No. To conserve system resources, the bitrate of browsers on most game consoles is typically limited to standard levels. For 24-bit high-resolution (Hi-Res) audio, it is necessary to use AudFree Tidal Music Converter plus USB drive method.
What Platforms like Xbox Can Stream Tidal Music?
Tidal is available on multiple devices such as PlayStation 5/4, Nintendo Switch, etc.
Why Is Tidal on Xbox One Not Working?
If you are using the Tidal Web Player (Edge version) and encounter issues, this is typically due to browser cache problems or because the host system has suspended the application to free up memory for games. If you are using a USB drive that is not being recognized, please ensure that the drive is formatted as NTFS or FAT32, and that your music files are in a supported format, such as MP3 or FLAC.
Can I Use Tidal Connect with Xbox?
No. Xbox doesn't support 'Tidal Connect' now. You must use the DLNA method to cast Tidal to Xbox devices.
How to Fix Tidal Web Player Not Loading on Xbox Edge?
You can try to clear browser cookies and cache (Go to Edge Settings > Privacy > Clear Browsing Data), use InPrivate window, restart Xbox, reset the browser (Just force quit the app via the Xbox Menu button), update Xbox and Edge to the latest version, close all other open tabs in Edge, etc.
Will Tidal Come to Xbox?
This will depend on Tidal's assessment of the market and its future operational plans. Everything is possible. But before that, you can use the USB drive, Tidal web Player, DLNA or other methods to enjoy Tidal on Xbox.
Part 7. Final Verdict
We have taken you through how to download Tidal for Xbox and how to play Tidal music on Xbox in 5 ways.
If you want a convenient way and don't care about background play, using the Microsoft Edge Web Player is great.
For the ultimate gaming experience, AudFree Tidal Music Converter plus USB drive is the best shot. It downloads all Tidal audio as local files with the highest audio quality and allows you to play Tidal music on multiple devices offline without a Tidal app and subscription.
Miley Swift
Staff Editor
