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Engadget
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Engadget
Xbox cloud games will soon follow you just about everywhere
Microsoft just launched a service for Xbox Insiders that brings all cloud-playable games, along with play histories, to the official Xbox PC app. This includes console exclusives spanning multiple generations and hundreds of other releases. The service extends to games owned by the player and Game Pass titles. The big hook here is that recently-played games will follow people across devices, including Xbox consoles, PCs and Windows handhelds. This will make it easier for folks to jump back into something, even when going from, say, an Xbox Series X to a PC. The feature on a console UI. The new "play history" section of the PC app and Xbox console UI will display cloud games as recently-played titles, and this list follows people wherever they go. It includes cloud-powered game saves, so there will be no wasted time. Being as this is all part of Xbox Cloud Gaming, players will be able to start a game on a console and finish on a PC, even if that title isn't available natively on the second platform. There's also a new search filter in the library section for cloud games, along with a "jump back in" list on the home screen of the app. 'While the large tiles highlight games you've recently played on your current device, the play history tile shows games you've played across any Xbox device, making it easy to pick up where you left off,' the company wrote in a blog post. This is all thanks to the redesigned library feature for the Xbox app. This allows games purchased from various platforms to all be launched from the same place.
Tom's Guide
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
You can now stream select Xbox games you own to PC, no Xbox required—but there's a catch
You can now play select Xbox games you own on your PC by streaming them through the Xbox PC app—if you're an Xbox Insider with a Game Pass Ultimate subscription. This is a big deal because it includes some games which are not part of the Xbox Game Pass program, so it's the first time subscribers can stream these games via the Xbox PC app. And since you can also purchase games through the app, you don't even need to own an Xbox to buy and play these games. So in a sense, this is Xbox taking another step down the path towards being a console-agnostic game streaming service à la Nvidia's GeForce Now. Xbox Game Pass is already one of the best cloud gaming services around, and this new feature makes it just a little bit better. Of course, you currently have to sign up for the PC Gaming Preview portion of Microsoft's Xbox Insiders program to test it out. The news comes courtesy of an Xbox Wire blog post published yesterday (July 15) in which Microsoft's Anu Reddy explains that Xbox Insiders who have joined the PC Gaming Preview and also subscribe to Game Pass Ultimate ($20/month) can now stream some Xbox games they own via the PC app in the 28 countries (including Australia, the U.S. and the U.K.) where Xbox Cloud Gaming is available. It's basically an expanded version of the "stream your own game" feature Xbox introduced late last year, and since then the list of supported games has quintupled to over 250. The list of supported games is available to peruse on Xbox's website, and while it doesn't include many Xbox exclusives (no Blinx 2 or Lost Odyssey, for example) it does include Xbox 360 games like Saint's Row 2. And to be clear, you're not actually streaming anything from your Xbox when using this feature. The "stream your own game" branding can be misleading, because when you stream one of these games via the Xbox PC app you're actually streaming it via xCloud directly from Microsoft's servers, so your Xbox isn't necessary. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. This can be confusing because the Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X also have a Remote Play feature that lets you stream games you own directly from your console to your PC, TV, smartphone, tablet or Meta Quest headset using your Xbox. None of this is hugely surprising since we've long known (thanks in part to reporting from The Verge ) that Microsoft is pushing to expand its game streaming capabilities as part of something internally branded Project Lapland. The company has been working to beef up its technical capabilities and get developers and publishers to sign off on allowing their games to be streamed remotely, which is presumably why the list of supported games has been steadily growing since last November. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
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Business Standard
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Standard
Xbox now lets you play console games on Windows PC via cloud: Check details
Microsoft expands its cloud gaming reach by testing "stream your own game" for PC, allowing users to instantly access owned Xbox games without installation New Delhi Microsoft is testing a new game streaming feature for PC users, allowing select people to stream Xbox console games they already own directly from the cloud with the Xbox app on Windows. The feature is currently available to Xbox Insiders in the PC Gaming Preview, provided they also have an active Game Pass Ultimate subscription. This builds on Microsoft's broader push for flexibility in its Xbox ecosystem. Earlier this year, the 'stream your own game' option was introduced on Xbox consoles, smart TVs, Meta Quest headsets, and browser-based platforms. Now, Windows PCs get the same ability — with no need to install the game locally. Stream console-only games you own directly from cloud One of the biggest advantages of this rollout is that users can now stream even console-only titles from their personal library on PC, as long as the game is supported. This means players can access certain Xbox exclusives that were previously unplayable on PC without a console. For instance, games like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 — which reportedly requires over 128GB of storage — can now be played via cloud streaming, saving storage space and reducing setup time. According to Microsoft, over 250 games are currently supported in this library, with plans to add more console-only and Xbox Play Anywhere titles in the future. To access the feature, users can open the Xbox app on Windows, navigate to the Cloud Gaming section, and look for the 'Stream your own game' catalog. From there, eligible owned titles can be streamed instantly. Currently limited to Xbox Insiders For now, this streaming capability is only available in 28 countries where Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta) is supported. And to use it, players must be enrolled in the Xbox Insider Program and part of the PC Gaming Preview track. Microsoft has encouraged users to share feedback via the official Xbox Insider subreddit to help refine the feature before a wider release.
The Verge
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Verge
Xbox tests letting you stream your own games on PC
Xbox is bringing its 'stream your own game' feature to PC. On Tuesday, the company announced that Xbox Insiders with a Game Pass Ultimate subscription can try streaming the Xbox games they own, including some that are available on console only, directly from the Xbox PC app. Xbox started letting Game Pass Ultimate subscribers stream games from their library to the Xbox Series X | S and Xbox One consoles earlier this year. Game Pass Ultimate subscribers can also stream games from their TVs and browsers on devices like smartphones, PCs, tablets, and Meta Quest headsets. Bringing the feature to PC is especially helpful, as it will help users conserve storage when playing games with massive file sizes like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, which requires 128GB of free SSD space. Xbox currently lets users stream more than 250 games from their libraries, in addition to the ones they get through Game Pass. The company says it plans on adding more console-only games and Play Anywhere titles to its list in the future.
Mint
24-06-2025
- Mint
Microsoft tests aggregated gaming library for Xbox app on Windows 11: All details
Microsoft has rolled out a new feature for Xbox Insiders that brings together games from multiple PC storefronts into a single, streamlined library within the Xbox app on Windows 11. Currently available through the PC Gaming Preview programme, the feature is being tested ahead of a broader release planned for later this year, just in time for the holiday season. It will also be available on handheld devices such as the ROG Xbox Ally and the upcoming ROG Xbox Ally X. You may be interested in The update introduces anaggregated gaming library, allowing users to access and launch titles from a variety of platforms, including Xbox, Game Pass (membership required), and other major PC stores, without having to open each store's launcher separately. Once a game is installed from a supported storefront, it automatically appears in the 'My Library' section of the Xbox app. It also shows up in the 'Most Recent' sidebar, making it easier for players to resume their last sessions. Users have the option to manage their library visibility by heading into the Xbox app's settings. From there, under 'Library & Extensions', they can choose to hide titles from specific storefronts if they do not wish to see them displayed. This level of control is designed to keep the interface clutter-free and tailored to individual preferences. While the initial phase supports a limited number of storefronts, Microsoft has indicated that the list will expand over time. The move reflects a growing trend of consolidating digital game libraries across ecosystems to improve user experience, particularly for players who use multiple services. Those not currently enrolled in the Xbox Insider Programme but interested in trying upcoming features can join by downloading the Xbox Insider Hub app on either Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, or Windows PCs. Support and discussions are facilitated through the Xbox Insider subreddit, where users are encouraged to contribute feedback and report any issues encountered, stated Microsoft in its blog post.
