Would you buy an Xbox streaming device?

Purported Xbox keystone "leak."
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Microsoft recently confirmed that it's working on an Xbox streaming device codenamed Keystone. The news came after years of rumors about a streaming device made by Microsoft's gaming team. The device would focus on Xbox Cloud Gaming, allowing gamers to stream titles through the web similarly to what's currently available on iOS, Android, and the web.

Presumably, the streaming hardware would be more affordable than purchasing an Xbox Series X or other hardware powerful enough to play the best Xbox games locally. It's also likely that the device would be smaller than the current consoles on the market.

But for now, the exact form factor of the hardware isn't important. We want to know if you'd be interested in buying a streaming device built specifically for Xbox Cloud Gaming.

A smaller and more affordable Xbox streaming device would provide a new entry into living room-based gaming. It could also be a nice piece of kit for traveling. On the other hand, gamers may prefer to purchase an Xbox One S, which supports Xbox Cloud Gaming and still has the option to play games locally.

Which side do you fall on? Let us know in the poll above. As a reminder, comments are temporarily unavailable on Windows Central. For this poll, please reach out to me on Twitter or jump into our official Discord channel.

Sean Endicott
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Sean Endicott is a news writer and apps editor for Windows Central with 11+ years of experience. A Nottingham Trent journalism graduate, Sean has covered the industry’s arc from the Lumia era to the launch of Windows 11 and generative AI. Having started at Thrifter, he uses his expertise in price tracking to help readers find genuine hardware value.

Beyond tech news, Sean is a UK sports media pioneer. In 2017, he became one of the first to stream via smartphone and is an expert in AP Capture systems. A tech-forward coach, he was named 2024 BAFA Youth Coach of the Year. He is focused on using technology—from AI to Clipchamp—to gain a practical edge.