Streaming has steadily gained traction in the gaming world, prominently with Xbox leading the charge. The introduction of XCloud has redefined how players interact with their Game Pass titles, providing a seamless way to enjoy games right from the cloud. With the recent updates, players can not only access Game Pass titles but can also stream select games they already own, all through the Xbox PC app. Let’s dive into the exciting details of this groundbreaking update!
Today, Xbox announced the rollout of its latest expansion of the ‘Stream your own game’ feature to Xbox Insiders in the PC Gaming Preview with Game Pass Ultimate. This groundbreaking feature allows Game Pass Ultimate members to stream select games they own beyond the Game Pass catalog on the Xbox PC app, available in all 28 countries where Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta) operates.
This latest feature expansion follows on the heels of previous initiatives to enhance player experience. Xbox initially rolled out the ‘Stream Your Own Game’ feature across TVs and browsers on supported devices last November, with subsequent updates enabling access on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles in April. These efforts reflect a broader vision to democratize gaming, increasing accessibility for players across various devices.
What’s New for Xbox Insiders:
- Stream Your Own Game Collection: A brand-new selection on the Xbox PC App for Xbox Insiders means no additional installation is required. Simply select a supported title from your library and start playing instantly via Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta).
- Access Console-Only Titles: Enjoy streaming select Xbox console titles that were previously unavailable through the Xbox PC app.
- 200+ Supported Titles: A growing collection of games includes popular titles such as Back 4 Blood, Date Everything!, Final Fantasy XVI, and Valheim (Game Preview). You can check the full collection here.
Getting Started with Stream Your Own Game:
- Open the Xbox PC app and navigate to the Cloud Gaming section.
- Look for the ‘Stream Your Own Game’ list.
- Select a supported title you own.
- Click and play instantly via Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta).
The introduction of the Stream Your Own Game feature is part of a broader initiative to continually enhance the Xbox PC app and improve the overall Windows PC gaming experience. Recent Xbox Monthly Feature Updates have introduced:
- Game Bar Compact Mode, enhancing functionality in September.
- A new Consolidated Home UI in November.
- Revamped Game Bar + Widgets updates in March and May.
- Microsoft Edge Game Assist through Game Bar in June.
For in-depth information and the latest updates on the Stream Your Own Game feature, you can read the complete announcement on the Xbox Insiders post here.
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