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.
New Game Pass Titles Coming Soon, Everspace 2 Now Live
Just as the calendar reaches its half-way mark, Xbox has announced the second wave of Game Pass titles. Exactly as earlier this month, all games have been confirmed to be available via Xbox Cloud Gaming upon their release. Everspace 2 – Now available Available immediately is Everspace 2, a single-player space shooter that combines fast-paced […]
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Quake II Joins Game Pass and Xbox Cloud
Easily my favorite part of cloud gaming, regardless of platform or service, are shadow drops. Something that isn’t quite possible with conventional, local, gameplay. There is something magical about being able to play a game within seconds of its announcement. No downloading or waiting. Just magical tap-and-play gaming. Quake II Remastered As was rumored earlier […]
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A Short Hike Arrives on Xcloud – 4 More Titles on the Way
The early August Xbox Game Pass titles have been announced. And, all of them have been marked as coming to Xcloud. This is an improvement from past months where only a fraction of the games have been marked in the Game Pass graphic as coming to the cloud – even though nearly all games ended […]
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The Humble Choice Games For August 2023 Are Live, Which Ones Can You Play In The Cloud
It is safe to say that the Humble Choice bundle that is available each month is one of the best deals in gaming. For £9.99 per month, you can claim and own a selection of PC titles that change from month to month. For cloud gamers, it can be an even better deal as it […]
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2 Popular Games Leaving Xbox Cloud Gaming this August
Microsoft has revealed the list of games that will be leaving Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Cloud Gaming on the 15th of August. So far this month, it’s very light on the cloud games. While the addition of new games to the service is always exciting, it’s important to note that some titles will also […]
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FIFA 23 Is Now Available To Play Via Xbox Cloud Gaming
FIFA 23 is now available to play via Xbox Cloud Gaming – both the Xbox One and Xbox Series S/X versions are available. This makes it the first time the franchise has been available to play on Xbox’s cloud gaming service. You can of course play it on Shadow PC or via Boosteroids download and […]
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Microsoft and Activision Agree To Extend Merger Deadline
Microsoft and Activision have announced that they have agreed to extend their merger deadline until October 18th 2023. The original deadline expired on July 18th 2023. It seems there are a few stipulations for the extension, with Microsoft having to pay a higher breakup fee should the deal not go close. They will pay $3.5 […]
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Next Wave of Game Pass Titles Announced
Xbox has announced the next wave of titles that will arrive on Game Pass for the second half of July 2023. There are seven new games coming to Game Pass in total and the following titles have been officially confirmed as coming to Xbox Cloud Gaming: TOEM – Available Today In TOEM, you play as […]
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Microsoft Wins Their Case Against the FTC
As reported by The Verge, a California judge has allowed Microsoft to proceed with its acquisition of Activision Blizzard despite FTC’s claims. The decision comes after five days of testimony, and denies the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) request for a preliminary injunction. While this ruling allows Microsoft to move forward with the acquisition before the […]
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Microsoft and Sony Share Their Thoughts on Cloud Gaming
In the recent FTC vs. Microsoft hearings, the future of cloud gaming took center stage. With Xbox chief Phil Spencer and Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO Jim Ryan offering their perspectives. Their comments revealed two distinct visions for the future of this technology. Highlighting the divergent paths these industry giants are taking. Xbox, under Phil Spencer’s […]
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