Microsoft is broadening access to its Xbox Cloud Gaming technology. Previously, this service was limited to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers, who paid $19.99 per month for access. The company is now allowing Xbox Game Pass Core and Standard subscribers to utilize cloud gaming as part of a new testing initiative for Xbox Insiders. This shift means that a wider range of subscribers can stream cloud games without needing the highest subscription tier.
As part of this Insider experience, Xbox Game Pass Core and Standard users can now stream games included with their subscriptions, along with other cloud-playable games they own. This update aims to enhance the gaming experience for more players.
Additionally, Microsoft is extending access to PC games for Game Pass Core and Standard subscribers. This will enable these subscribers to access select titles on PC, providing them with more flexibility to play on different platforms, including Windows handheld devices.
For those interested in trying Xbox Cloud Gaming and accessing PC games through Game Pass Core or Standard, it is possible to join Microsoft’s Xbox Insiders program. Once enrolled, users can visit the designated website to play cloud games or use the Xbox app on Windows to explore the available PC titles.
This expansion reflects Microsoft’s ongoing efforts to enhance its gaming services, but it remains to be seen how this will impact subscriber engagement and overall gaming experience for different tiers.
Source: https://www.theverge.com/news/766762/microsoft-xbox-cloud-gaming-game-pass-core-standard-pc-games