Xcloud

Getting started

Xbox Project xCloud locks down SK Telecom deal for Korea launch

Matt Brown 2 weeks ago

Microsoft has partnered up with South Korean mobile carrier, SK Telecom, ahead of Project xCloud preview tests.

xCloud setup revealed

An exclusive early look at Project xCloud's game streaming setup wizard

Jez Corden 1 month ago 28

Sources familiar with Microsoft plans recently gave us an early glimpse at the personal xCloud server settings and configuration pages, ahead of its broader launch in the near future.

Synced up

How to play Xbox Project xCloud preview tests

Matt Brown 1 month ago

Microsoft soon takes Xbox on-the-go with Project xCloud, its upcoming game-streaming service slated for preview this October. Here's what you need to know so far, ahead of the first public tests.

It's coming

First Xbox Project xCloud apps surface on Microsoft Store

Matt Brown 1 month ago 12

Early Xbox Project xCloud applications have surfaced on the Microsoft Store, ahead of upcoming public beta testing.

Clarification time

Google: Stadia Pro isn't like Xbox Game Pass, lacks achievements at launch

Asher Madan 2 months ago 104

Google Stadia is an upcoming game streaming service that requires separate game purchases. There's a free "Stadia Base" membership coming in 2020, but in 2019, only "Stadia Pro" will be available. The company said that Stadia Pro should be compared to Xbox Live Gold instead of Xbox Game Pass.

Another look at the Cloud

xCloud game streaming hardware shown off in new video

Samuel Tolbert 2 months ago 13

In a new video interview with Fortune, Phil Spencer and Kareem Choudhry of Microsoft talked about what Project xCloud means. During the video, they also showed off the hardware being used to power Project xCloud.

Recorded July 12 2019

Windows Central Podcast 141: Zac goes solo

Zac Bowden 2 months ago 2

This week on the Windows Central Podcast: Dan is out, so Zac goes alone to tackle new builds, Store openings, and more. We're back with another exciting episode of the Windows Central Podcast, and this week, Zac Bowden delivers a solo episode, covering the launch of the Microsoft Store in London and a new build in the Fast Ring. He also brings the latest news on xCloud and Microsoft...

Game on the go

Microsoft prototypes Xbox controllers for phones and tablets (update)

Jez Corden 2 months ago 44

With Project xCloud on the horizon, Microsoft may need to do more to improve how games handle on mobile devices. Could it look something like this?

Strap in

These Xbox One controller phone mounts are Project xCloud ready

Matt Brown 2 months ago

These Xbox One controller mounts strap your phone in for easy mobile gaming – perfect for looming Project xCloud game streaming trials.

Test it out

Try out Gears 5, xCloud, and more at the new Microsoft Store in London

Asher Madan 2 months ago 1

Microsoft is opening a flagship store in London next month. The new building is located in Oxford Circus, and it will be transformed into an "Xbox Showcase" from July 11 to 14. Many gamers in Europe couldn't attend E3 2019 in the United States, and this is a great way for them to get their hands on upcoming games. According to the company, everything from Gears 5 and Project xCloud game...

New Details Emerge

Xbox's Phil Spencer says it 'makes sense' to bundle xCloud with game pass

Asher Madan 3 months ago 62

At E3 2019, Microsoft unveiled "Project xCloud," its game streaming service which should enter public trials in October. With the release of Google Stadia slated for November, many gamers want to know how Microsoft wants to position itself in the future. Luckily, an interview between Xbox head Phil Spencer and The Verge provided some answers.

What dark magic is this?

Microsoft's Project xCloud is real. And it is insane.

Jez Corden 3 months ago 76

At E3 2019, I went hands-on with Project xCloud, Microsoft's upcoming game streaming service. And I feel like I've glimpsed the future.

E3 2019

Microsoft launching Project xCloud public preview in October

Dan Thorp-Lancaster 3 months ago 12

Microsoft is giving Xbox fans an early taste of its Project xCloud streaming platform at E3 2019, but everyone else will get a chance to dive in starting this October when Microsoft plans to launch a public preview of Project xCloud.

Very big deal

Your Xbox will soon be a free personal Project xCloud server

Russell Holly 3 months ago 29

Microsoft casually dropped a huge new detail for its Project xCloud service, and it's going to be a very big deal for many.

Stream Away

Google Stadia streaming requires subscription and game purchases in 2019

Asher Madan 3 months ago 35

It wouldn’t be E3 2019 without a few leaks. Everything from Stadia’s pricing, games, and requirements were revealed by press release that was posted early. The highlights of the leaked press release have to be that it’s launching in November, requires Chromecast at launch, costs Canadian $12 a month with separate game purchases, and comes with previously-released titles like Assassin’s...

Can’t Wait

Report: Halo Infinite gameplay reveal set for E3, xCloud beats Stadia

Asher Madan 3 months ago 12

Microsoft’s E3 2019 media briefing is only a few days away, but it seems like certain aspects of the show may have leaked. According to a report by Brad Sams on Thurrott, the company will finally showcase Halo Infinite gameplay, and discuss its Project xCloud streaming service.

Coming soon

Project xCloud rolling out to 'Europe, Asia, and North America'

Asher Madan 4 months ago 11

Project xCloud is Microsoft's upcoming game streaming technology. WIthout any modifications, all Xbox One games can run through the cloud and can be played on any device. While everyone may be talking about Google Stadia, that hasn't stopped the company from dropping new details about Project xCloud. Today, we got a better understanding of its industry support.