Ditch the Downloads: Stream Your Owned Games on Xbox
Hold onto your controllers, Xbox gamers! A groundbreaking feature is rolling out, allowing you to stream the games you already own, right from your console. Say goodbye to cumbersome installations and hello to instant gaming bliss.
Xbox Insiders in the Alpha Skip-Ahead and Alpha rings are the first to unlock this incredible functionality. This means you can dive into your existing game library without taking up precious SSD space. Imagine: accessing your massive Cyberpunk 2077 installation in a flash, or conquering Baldur’s Gate 3 without downloading the hefty files. It’s a gamer’s dream come true.
Ready to stream? Here’s what you need:
- Be a part of the Xbox Insider program: Join the elite group shaping the future of Xbox.
- Be in one of the 28 countries where Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta) is available: Check the Xbox website to confirm your region’s eligibility.
- Own a compatible game: Browse the dedicated games library to see which titles are ready for cloud streaming.
Unlocking Your Streaming Library:
- Navigate to "My Games & Apps": Find it nestled within your console’s menu.
- Explore your complete library: Dive into the vast collection of games you’ve acquired.
Select "Owned Games": Here, your compatible cloud-streaming titles will shine. Look for the distinctive cloud badge adorning their covers.
A Future of Limitless Gaming:
Microsoft envisions a future where launching games directly from the Store and streaming within the Xbox app on Windows PC becomes seamless. Mark your calendars, gamers! This revolutionary feature is set to become available to everyone in 2025.
Let the streaming revolution begin!