Everything About Xbox Cloud Gaming India
Microsoft has finally launched its Xbox Cloud Gaming in India recently which is a great news for the Indian game lovers. This service was highly demanded in India due to the high cost of Xbox console in the country. Now you no longer need to purchase expensive console and simply subscribe and enjoy high end gaming directly from the cloud on your favorite device. But still, people are confused and trying to get answers to few common questions about Xbox Cloud Gaming. So here we have explained each point from starting such as its definition, how to use/play, its features, supported devices and most importantly about Xbox Cloud Gaming subscription price.
What is Xbox Cloud Gaming?
For those who don’t know, online Xbox Cloud Gaming is a streaming technology. In this the games run on Microsoft’s powerful remote servers and players can stream it on their device like video. The device simply displays the stream and sends users control inputs back to the server. The benefit of Xbox online gaming is that even simple devices like phone or tablet can run the heavy duty games like ‘Forza Horizon 5’ or ‘Halo Infinite’ without any issues.
How to use Xbox Cloud Gaming in India?
Using this new online gaming feature by Microsoft is incredibly easy. The process varies slightly depending on your device as under:
- Subscribe: First, you’ll need to subscribe to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, as only this plan offers cloud gaming.
- A stable Internet Connection with fast speed is essential. As per Microsoft recommendations a minimum speed of 10 Mbps, but for a better experience, a connection of 20 Mbps or higher is ideal. Prefer a 5 GHz Wi-Fi network.
Prepare your device:
- Android phone/tablet: Visit Xbox.com/play in your device’s browser (such as Chrome) and log in with your Microsoft account.
- iPhone/iPad: Due to Apple’s regulations, you can only enjoy gaming by visiting Xbox.com/play in the Safari browser.
- Windows PC: Visit Xbox.com/play from any modern browser (such as Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome).
- Smart TV: The Xbox app is available for select Samsung and LG smart TVs. Amazon Fire TV Stick users can also install the app on their devices.
- Connect a controller: For the best experience, pair a compatible Bluetooth wireless controller (such as the Xbox Wireless Controller or DualShock/Sense) with your device. Touch controls are also available for some games.
Xbox Cloud Gaming Key Features and Supported Devices
The biggest advantage of Xbox Cloud Gaming is its device versatility. Users can easily play these games on multiple Smartphone devices with a single subscription. The service works with Android, iOS, Windows PC, Mac, and Amazon Fire TV Stick, as well as select Samsung and LG smart TVs.
There is no shortage of games in this new system. Over 400 games in the Xbox Game Pass library are supported for cloud gaming. However, keep in mind that the service doesn’t support local multiplayer (e.g., two people playing on the same device); it’s limited to one player and one account at a time.
Xbox Game Pass and Pricing
The full benefits of Xbox Cloud Gaming are available only with an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription. Game Pass is known as the “Netflix of gaming.” It’s a subscription service that gives you access to a library of hundreds of high-quality games. After a recent price adjustment, its monthly price in India is ₹549 (which can sometimes be available for ₹50 for the first month under special offers). This plan offers not only cloud gaming, but also a separate library of games for PC, online multiplayer, and several exclusive discounts and offers. In comparison, Game Pass Core (which offers basic online access) is available for ₹3,299 per year, and PC Game Pass for ₹349 per month, but remember, cloud gaming is only possible with the Ultimate plan.
Xbox Cloud Gaming has opened the new doors to high end gaming in India to everyone. Now all you need is a good internet connection and a subscription, and any of your devices can be transformed into a powerful gaming console.
