Xbox Cloud Gaming launches in India: Price, how to play games, and all you should know
Microsoft has officially launched Xbox Cloud Gaming in India and the long-awaited arrival means you can now stream Xbox’s blockbuster games straight to your phone, PC or smart TV without needing a console. The company announced on Tuesday that Cloud Gaming is live in India, following leaks and a rollout in dozens of countries. Now the service is built into Microsoft’s revamped Game Pass subscriptions (Essential, Premium and Ultimate), all of which include unlimited cloud streaming, inviting gamers to swap discs for data and join the fun!
For context, Game Pass Essential costs ₹499/month (50+ games) and includes cloud streaming, Premium is ₹699 and Ultimate ₹1,389 (with hundreds of games and day-one new releases). In other words, the benefits of console-free, cloud-based gaming are now officially available to Indian subscribers.
How to start playing games through Cloud
Open the Xbox app on your device and browse the cloud-enabled game library. Microsoft even notes that you can stream games you already own via the cloud. When you find a game, tap or click Play; the title will launch on Microsoft’s servers and stream the gameplay to your screen. You won’t need to download anything.
However, do make sure that you have a good internet connection (20 Mbps or higher) and a compatible controller. With those in hand, most games will launch in seconds. It really is like having an Xbox in the cloud: power on your device, pick a game, and play.
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