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Xbox Cloud Gaming Launches on Xbox Consoles
The service comes as part of a larger November update
By Cesar Cadenas Cesar Cadenas Writer California State University - Long Beach Cesar Cadenas has been writing about the tech industry since 2016 on a variety of topics like cryptocurrency, video games, the latest gadgets, and much more. lifewire's editorial guidelines Published on November 17, 2021 02:28PM EST Fact checked by Jerri Ledford Fact checked by Jerri Ledford Western Kentucky University Gulf Coast Community College Jerri L. Ledford has been writing, editing, and fact-checking tech stories since 1994. Her work has appeared in Computerworld, PC Magazine, Information Today, and many others. lifewire's fact checking process Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Gaming Mobile Phones Internet & Security Computers & Tablets Smart Life Home Theater & Entertainment Software & Apps Social Media Streaming Gaming As part of a major November update, Microsoft has announced that Xbox Cloud Gaming is now available on the Xbox One, Xbox Series S, and Series X. According to Xbox Wire, the feature requires a subscription to Game Pass Ultimate and will be available in 25 regions around the world, with Brazil support coming soon. The November update also includes quality-of-life changes like new color filters for menus and a controller firmware update. David Becker/Stringer/Getty Images Xbox Cloud Gaming allows you to play titles on Microsoft’s cloud servers. It has many uses, like trying out new games before downloading them or hopping in a multiplayer match on a title you don’t own. With this new update, Xbox One owners can try out next-gen games that are usually not available to them. At this time, only a few Xbox Series games are available to try out on the Xbox One: Recompile, The Medium, and The Riftbreaker. Microsoft said it plans to continue this Xbox One exclusive support by adding more games such as Microsoft Flight Simulator in early 2022. This update comes on the heels of the Xbox 20th Anniversary celebration, which included the surprise launch of Halo Infinite multiplayer and more than 70 games being added to the backward compatibility library. Microsoft Xbox Series S and X owners will also get new color filters that make gaming easier for those with color blindness. It will affect gameplay and menus alike. Finally, the controller firmware update reduces latency issues on the Xbox One by adding Dynamic Latency Input, a feature that already exists on the Xbox Series S and X. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire Xbox All Access: What It Is and How to Use It How to Connect an Xbox One to a TV Xbox Series S and X Backwards Compatibility How to Add and Use an External Hard Drive with Xbox Series X or S How to Use Discord on Xbox How to Play Xbox on a Laptop How to Connect an Xbox to Google Home How to Use a PS5 Controller on Xbox Series X or S The Quick Guide to Cloud Gaming With Xbox Game Pass Ultimate How To Fix It if an Xbox Series X or S Controller Headphone Jack Isn't Working How to Use Cloud Gaming to Play Xbox Games on Your Android Phone Xbox Series S Review: Impressive Hardware, Tiny Package Xbox Series X vs Xbox Series S: How to Pick the Console Right for You How to Fix It When Xbox Series X or S Controller Won't Recognize the Headset Xbox Game Pass vs Ultimate: What's the Difference? Xbox Buyer's Guide: Everything You Need to Know Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies