Discover more ways to play
Cloud gaming is available across many devices you already own, with more devices coming soon.
VIEW ALL DEVICESXBOX on PC
Discover, download, stream games, and more with XBOX on PC. See what your friends are playing and chat with them across devices.
EXPLORE XBOX ON PCXBOX consoles
Play on your XBOX Series X|S and XBOX One consoles.
Experience games right from the cloud.
XBOX on TVs
Stream XBOX games directly on select LG, Samsung, and VIDAA OS-powered smart TVs, plus Amazon Fire TV.
EXPLORE XBOX ON TVSXBOX on VR headsets
Play on a massive virtual 2D display. No TV or console required.
EXPLORE XBOX ON VR HEADSETSXBOX Game Pass subscription
JOIN GAME PASSCompatible device
DEVICES SUPPORTEDCompatible controller
CONTROLLER READINESSHigh-speed internet connection
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Choose the plan that’s right for you
Play the games you want on any screen. Get more value. Earn more rewards.
Cancel any time to stop future charges.
Mobile gaming accessories
Connect the latest mobile gaming accessories to enhance your mobile gaming experience.
Frequently asked questions
XBOX Cloud Gaming allows you to play hundreds of console games on the devices you already have. Play supported free-to-play games like Fortnite with a free Microsoft account, or hundreds of games with an XBOX Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, or Essential subscription.
To play console games from the cloud on your device you’ll need the following:
1. An active XBOX Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, or Essential subscription and supported game in a supported region. To play select free-to-play games with cloud gaming, all you need is a free Microsoft account in a supported region.
2. A supported device including Windows PC, Apple or Android phones and tablets, XBOX console, select LG, Samsung, and VIDAA OS-powered smart TVs, plus Amazon Fire TV, select Meta Quest VR headsets, and more.
3. A compatible controller connected via Bluetooth or USB. Select games can be played with XBOX touch controls.
4. A Wi-Fi / LTE data connection with minimum of 10Mbps down-speed. Please note, some devices may require 20Mbps for the best quality. We recommend using a 5Ghz Wi-Fi connection.
5. If playing on xbox.com, a supported browser such as Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, or Safari.
Select free-to-play games and most titles in the XBOX Game Pass library are available to play from the cloud. To explore the full library of games playable from the cloud, visit xbox.com/play. Game titles, number, features, and availability vary over time, by region, XBOX Game Pass plan, and platform.
Yes. You can stream select cloud playable games you own or buy that are not included with XBOX Game Pass on all your devices including XBOX consoles, Windows PC, TVs, phones, tablets, VR headsets, and browsers.
Additionally, if you have a Ubisoft+ Premium subscription and a supported cloud playable game is in their catalog, you can stream it without purchasing the game.
To play console games from the cloud on your device, you’ll need a high-speed internet connection (ISP fees apply). Best performance will be achieved at rates of 10 Mbps on mobile devices, 20 Mbps on consoles, PCs, and tablets, and 5Ghz WiFi or mobile data connection. Streaming performance is affected by internet connection, user location, device, and other factors. Your gameplay on other devices may be limited. Streamed games may have limited functionality, for example:
- Limited video resolution;
- Limited audio outputs;
- Limited game save storage (cloud saves only);
- Limited companion app support; and/or
- Limited accessory and peripheral support.
The recurring billing feature is switched on by default, meaning you'll automatically pay for a new subscription period when your current period ends.
You can switch recurring billing off and back on through your Microsoft account or from your console. Learn more about stopping recurring billing at Microsoft Support.
If you did not want to be charged for recurring billing, but failed to switch off recurring billing before your payment was processed, you’re still entitled to a refund of your most recent recurring billing charge if you cancel your subscription within 30 days after payment. This refund right is limited to one time per Microsoft account, per subscription product. You can submit such a refund request to our Support team: Request a refund.
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XBOX Subscription Terms:
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Promotional Offers:
1Sign in for your available offers. Promotional offers may be for new subscribers only and/or not be valid for all subscribers and are only available for a limited time. Offers available in select regions only. Credit card required. After promotional period, subscription automatically continues at the then-current regular price (subject to change), unless canceled, plus applicable taxes.
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Rewards:
3Rewards: Terms apply. Microsoft Account required. Select markets only. Rewards vary by Game Pass plan and Rewards Level. Point values vary by local market currency, Rewards level, and the number of points redeemed. Point multipliers compared to Game Pass Essential earning potential. Gameplay rewards for 18+. Exclusive quests with Premium and Ultimate plans only, for titles in the Game Pass library. Excludes PC Games that require 3rd party launchers or are played on Battle.net. Playtime required for all quests. Qualifying purchases at Microsoft Store (online, or on Windows or console) at Rewards with XBOX. Spend your Points at the Store: Currently available for single-item purchases at the Microsoft Store, excluding subscriptions. Minimum purchase required to redeem points. Microsoft.com/msa. XBOX Gift Cards: For eligible purchases at Microsoft Store within 90 days of redemption. microsoft.com/cardterms. Point values vary by local market currency, Rewards level, and the number of points redeemed. Points value vary by currency fluctuations, Rewards level, and the number of points redeemed. -
XBOX Cloud Gaming:
4XBOX Cloud Gaming requires an XBOX Game Pass subscription and supported device (both sold separately). Cloud playable games not included with XBOX Game Pass are sold separately, and may be made available with XBOX Game Pass in the future. Game library varies. Stream directly on XBOX consoles, or with the XBOX app or at xbox.com/play on supported devices. Select regions (xbox.com/regions) and devices (xbox.com/cloud-devices). See cloud gaming library (xbox.com/play). -
XBOX Game Pass Availability Notice:
Game titles, number, features, and availability vary over time, by region, XBOX Game Pass plan, and platform. See the current game library at xbox.com/xbox-game-pass/games. Learn more about supported regions at xbox.com/regions. -
Recurring Billing:
By subscribing you are authorizing recurring payments made to Microsoft at the intervals you selected, until cancelled. To stop being charged, cancel your subscription in your Microsoft account (account.microsoft.com/services) or on your XBOX console, before the next billing date. Charges may be increased on at least 30 days notice as described in the Microsoft Store Terms of Sale.
