Xbox Cloud Gaming
Xbox Cloud Gaming (sometimes termed Xcloud) is a cloud gaming service offered by Microsoft to Xbox Game Pass subscribers (at all tier levels). Xbox Cloud Gaming currently has over 1,700 games to play, some of which are currently available at no extra cost as part of different Game Pass subscription tiers.
While the different tiers of Xbox Game Pass each enable Xbox Cloud Gaming, the highest fidelity level (1440p) is reserved for Game Pass Ultimate subscribers.
Xbox Cloud Gaming also gives subscribers access to the full suite of Xbox platform features – for example Xbox achievements, friends lists, parties and chats. No console required.
Details on Xbox Cloud Gaming
- Price: Included in Xbox Game Pass ($29.99 a month for Ultimate, $14.99 for Premium and $9.99 for Essential).
- Device Availability: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Android, iOS, Web Browser, SmartTV (Samsung Tizen, LG WebOS, Amazon Fire TV, V HomeOS), Meta Quest VR Headsets
- Supported Regions: US, Canada, Mexico, UK, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Czechia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Mexico, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland
- Server Locations: See Map of Xbox Cloud Gaming Datacenters
- Max Fidelity: 1440p x 60 FPS
Xbox Cloud Gaming Games
- Complete List of games available on Xbox Cloud Gaming
- List of upcoming games for Xbox Cloud Gaming
- List of “stream your own” games for Xbox Cloud Gaming
- List games for Xbox Cloud Gaming with Mouse & Keyboard support
- List games for Xbox Cloud Gaming with Custom Touch Controls
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Xbox Cloud Gaming News
Below you can find all the latest news stories and articles related to Xbox Cloud Gaming.
Ability to Play Owned Xbox Games via Xbox Cloud Still Coming in 2024
We reported over a year ago that the ability to play games you own via Xbox Cloud Gaming was on the way. But, since that point, the Xbox team went silent on the feature. In the meantime, Sony released this functionality for a couple hundred PlayStation 5 games. Though, you can currently only stream those […]
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Xbox Highlights Its Plans Regarding Exclusivity and Game Pass
Xbox has announced its plan to expand its reach, “bringing more games to more players across various platforms.” In a special edition of the Official Xbox Podcast, the company shared updates on its strategy to fulfill the Xbox promise of inclusivity in gaming. The year 2024 is set to be a landmark for Xbox, with […]
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Official Xbox Podcast to Share Business Updates
Microsoft has announced a special edition of the Official Xbox Podcast, scheduled for February 15, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. PT / 3:00 p.m. ET / 8:00 p.m. GMT. The event will feature key figures from the company, including CEO Phil Spencer, president Sarah Bond, and head of studios Matt Booty, to share “updates on the […]
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6 New Games coming to the Cloud via Xbox Game Pass this month
Build train routes, slay zombie hordes, plate up a nice meal or solve a puzzle with this months set of games coming to Game Pass
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Microsoft To Outline The Current Vision For The Future of Xbox Next Week
It has certainly been an interesting day in the world of video games. In case you have missed it, XboxEra reported on the news that Xbox was aiming to bring their once-thought-exclusive title, Starfield, to PlayStation consoles later this year after the first major expansion for the game is released. This was then followed by […]
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The Future of Gaming is Not a Box! BOTH Microsoft and Sony Get This. Fanboys Haven’t Gotten the Message
Both Xbox and Sony PlayStation are moving to make their games available in more places across consoles, PC, mobile, cloud and more.
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Palworld Sees Major Success on Xbox Cloud Gaming
As we previously stated, Palworld has topped the Xbox Cloud Gaming charts ever since its release a couple of weeks ago. Today, we get official confirmation of the game’s success via Xbox themselves. The company has posted, via Xbox Wire, an article detailing the success the game has gotten thanks to its inclusion on Game […]
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A New Update Has Landed For Starfield
A brand new update has been released for Bethesda’s hit Sci-Fi RPG title, Starfield. Update Version 1.9.51.0 is a big one and makes over 100 fixes and improvements to the game across a range of areas, with a big focus on graphical improvements. You can see the full patch notes below: FIXES AND IMPROVEMENTS ANIMATION […]
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Palworld Is Dominating the Charts, Even In the Cloud
Just 10 days ago, Palworld released on early access. In less than a week after its release, Palworld already managed to sell over 8 million copies worldwide across all platforms. The game’s success is a testament to its appeal, combining elements that resonate with a diverse audience. Its innovative gameplay, engaging content, and the ability […]
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Microsoft’s Gaming Divisions Face Layoffs
In a significant move, Microsoft has reportedly laid off 1,900 employees from its video game workforce, as reported by Wesley Yin-Poole from IGN. The layoffs come amidst a broader restructuring within the company, which has affected various departments. The decision to reduce the workforce is part of Microsoft’s ongoing adjustments to its business operations, reflecting […]
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