Cloud Gaming on Xbox: Microsoft's New Feature

Xbox Cloud Gaming Expands to Consoles

Microsoft is progressing to the subsequent stage of its strategy to broaden the reach of Xbox Cloud Gaming to a wider array of devices. This development represents a significant advancement in their overall plan.

Beginning this holiday season, individuals with an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription will gain access to cloud gaming directly on their Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One consoles.

Accessing Games Without Downloads

As revealed during the Gamescom showcase, users will be able to launch and play over 100 games without the necessity of initial downloads.

In the future, Xbox One owners will be able to experience select Xbox Series X/S titles via the cloud. A prime example of this is Microsoft Flight Simulator.

A cloud icon displayed alongside a game within the Game Pass library will indicate its compatibility with cloud gaming.

Performance and Availability

Microsoft is aiming for a gameplay experience of 1080p resolution at a smooth 60 frames per second.

Currently, Xbox Cloud Gaming is accessible on smartphones, tablets, and personal computers.

Future Developments

Furthermore, Microsoft is actively developing dedicated Xbox game streaming sticks and a cloud gaming application designed for smart TVs.

This summer, the company initiated a transition to utilize more powerful Xbox Series X hardware for cloud gaming. Previously, the service was hosted on blade servers based on the Xbox One S.