Below we\u2019ll go over where you can play and everything you need to get started (which you\u2019ll likely already have).<\/p>\n
What is Xbox Cloud Gaming?<\/p>\n
Xbox Cloud Gaming is a benefit included with most Game Pass plans that allows you to play games anywhere you have a compatible, internet-connected device (such as a PC, TV, or even your phone). Xbox Cloud Gaming lets you stream your games like you stream your shows and movies, through apps and browsers on the devices you already have \u2013 and it\u2019s playable with a variety of game controllers and other input methods.<\/p>\n
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What You Will Need<\/p>\n
Xbox Game Pass<\/p>\n
Unlimited cloud gaming is included with Xbox Game Pass Essential, Premium, and Ultimate plans. Xbox Game Pass is our monthly subscription service that provides access to an ever-growing library of games, online multiplayer, in-game benefits for popular favorites like League of Legends and Call of Duty: Warzone, store rewards, and more with each plan. In addition to streaming from the cloud, you can also download Game Pass titles directly to your preferred console, PC, or handheld device for offline play.<\/p>\n
Xbox Game Pass Essential<\/a> offers unlimited cloud gaming for as low as $10\/month and access to more than 50 games. Xbox Game Pass Premium<\/a> includes everything from Essential as well as access to 200+ games across console, PC, and supported devices for $14.99\/month. For the best all\u2011around experience, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate<\/a> delivers unlimited cloud gaming, 400+ games across console, PC, and more devices, day\u2011one new titles, online console multiplayer, plus added benefits like EA Play, Fortnite Crew, and Ubisoft+ Classics, as well as in\u2011game benefits across Riot titles and Rewards with Xbox \u2014 at no extra cost.<\/p>\n Supported Platforms<\/p>\n The following devices currently support Xbox Cloud Gaming (with more details here<\/a>):<\/p>\n Xbox Consoles \u2013 Xbox One and later. Why stream games to a gaming console? It can be a great way to try a title before you download, or to play newer Xbox Series X games on your trusty Xbox One.<\/p>\n Windows PCs \u2013 Windows 10 version 20H2 and later<\/p>\n Mac Computers \u2013 MacOS 14.1.2 and later<\/p>\n Windows Handhelds \u2013 Including ROG Xbox Ally, ROG Xbox Ally X, Logitech G Cloud, and Razer Edge<\/p>\n Steam Deck<\/p>\n Android Phones and Tablets \u2013 Android OS 12.0 and later<\/p>\n Apple Phones and Tablets \u2013 iOS 14.4 and later<\/p>\n Smart TVs and Streaming Devices \u2013 Including those from LG, Samsung, and Amazon Fire<\/p>\n Meta Quest VR \u2013 Including Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest Pro, Meta Quest 3, and Meta Quest 3S<\/p>\n Cars \u2013 Coming soon!<\/a><\/p>\n Internet Connection<\/p>\n Whatever device you choose to play on, it\u2019s recommended that you have an internet connection speed of at least 20 Mbps to ensure a stable connection while cloud gaming. If you don\u2019t know what your connection speed is, you can use any number of free online speed tests, such as Speedtest.net<\/a>, Fast.com<\/a>, or MeasurementLab<\/a>.<\/p>\n Where possible, it\u2019s recommended that you play over a wired, Ethernet connection, but it\u2019s also possible to play over 5 GHz Wi-Fi or 5G with capable devices. If your wireless router is dual-band, broadcasting at both 5 and 2.4 GHz, you may need to make sure that your device is properly set up to only connect over the 5 GHz network.<\/p>\n Controller<\/p>\n Most games require a gamepad to be connected to your device, either wired or wirelessly. If you have nearly any kind of contemporary game controller, Xbox Cloud Gaming probably supports it, allowing you to use whatever hardware you already have on hand. This includes Microsoft\u2019s own official Xbox controllers<\/a> and those made by direct partners, as well as a wide range of verified controllers from third-party manufacturers, such as 8BitDo, GameSir, Backbone, or even Sony\u2019s DualSense.<\/p>\n See a full list of supported manufacturers here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Many games are also playable by mouse and keyboard<\/a> as well as touch<\/a>, for devices that support those respective modes of input.<\/p>\n If you really want to game in style, check out the Xbox Design Lab<\/a> for a variety of special branded and customizable controllers to suit your personal sense of style.<\/p>\n Supported Regions<\/p>\n Xbox Cloud Gaming is supported in a growing list of currently 29 countries all over the world, including India most recently. If you\u2019re not sure whether yours is included, find out here<\/a>.<\/p>\n What You Can Play<\/p>\n Xbox Game Pass<\/p>\n In total, the Xbox Game Pass library includes hundreds of games across all genres, ranging from indie curios to the biggest AAA blockbusters. At this time, more than two thirds of those are enabled for cloud streaming, with more coming all the time.<\/p>\n Game Pass Ultimate subscribers are also given access to EA Play and Ubisoft+ Classics, which adds additional cloud-playable titles to their libraries from those respective publishers.<\/p>\n Stream Your Own Games<\/p>\n Many titles not included in Game Pass are still cloud playable, which means that you can stream them if you own them. Progress is saved and shared across all platforms, so you can pick up and play your games your way, wherever you are. See the full list<\/a>.<\/p>\n How to Get Started<\/p>\n The main division between ways to play with Xbox Cloud Gaming is whether you connect through an app or through a web browser. While the means may be slightly different, the results are the same.<\/p>\n App<\/p>\n For consoles, the process is as simple as tabbing over to your library and Game Pass, then selecting a cloud-enabled game. The other devices listed above might just require the additional step of going to their respective app store and downloading the Xbox app first if it\u2019s not already installed, then opening it and signing in to access your library.<\/p>\n Browser<\/p>\n For devices running Android, MacOS, and iOS, the cloud streaming works through a web browser, rather than a dedicated app. First make sure that your browser version is supported here<\/a> and update if necessary. Then navigate to Xbox.com\/play,<\/a> sign in, and start gaming on the cloud. Selecting the Menu button, then Add to Home Screen will make it easier to access directly.<\/p>\n Steam Deck requires going to desktop mode and installing Microsoft Edge, with detailed instructions linked above.<\/p>\n See You in the Cloud<\/p>\n That should cover everything you need to get started with Xbox Cloud Gaming. If you have any additional questions, our rigorous support pages<\/a> have you covered. Otherwise, you should go check out the available library<\/a> and start playing something.<\/p>\n Happy gaming!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Consoles and PCs now have a powerful new partner offering even more ways to play: the cloud. 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