▷What is Microsoft's xCloud project? 🥇

For many publishers and platform owners, streaming seems like the next big step in gaming, which has led to the launch of many new concept-driven services. From PlayStation Now to Google Stadia, each service works a little differently, making them even harder to follow. Soon Microsoft's xCloud project will add another game streaming service to the list to further complicate matters. To help you determine if Microsoft's streaming service is right for you, here's everything we know so far about Project xCloud.

What is Project xCloud?

Project xCloud is a game streaming service. The service will stream a selection of video games from Microsoft's servers to a device you already own. It's a whole different beast from Xbox Console Streaming, which lets you stream games you already own from your Xbox One to another device.

With Project xCloud, you don't technically own the games and never have to download them. You don't even need an Xbox console to make it work. In 2020, Microsoft says Project xCloud subscribers will have the option to stream games you already own from the cloud to your devices.

What do I need to run Project xCloud?

All you need to play games with Project xCloud is a mobile phone, tablet, Chrome browser, and a fast internet connection. Since the games run on Microsoft's servers and send data to your device, a fast internet connection is essential to avoid any lag that would make the games unreadable. While this may render the service unusable for some, it is also what allows it to work with cell phones. According to Microsoft, mobile devices running Android version 6.0 or later and Bluetooth version 4.0 or later are compatible.

Microsoft recently announced that Project xCloud will be available on PCs running Windows 10 by 2020. No specific timelines or required system specifications have been released.

Currently, Project xCloud supports the Xbox console with Bluetooth. Additionally, support for PS4 controllers and some Razer controllers is also expected to launch next year.

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How do I register for the xCloud project?

The xCloud project is currently in a preview phase, which means registrations are severely limited. Microsoft is making it clear that if you sign up for Project xCloud, the invitation might take several months, and many people who sign up won't receive any spots. Apps are available for the US, UK, and South Korea currently. In 2020, the program will expand to Canada, India, Japan and parts of Europe.

If you still want to go online for the Project xCloud preview, you can sign up using your Microsoft account on the Project xCloud website.

When is the xCloud project officially launched?

Project xCloud doesn't yet know when Project xCloud will transition from preview to full launch, but it should be running by 2020. However, before that happens, Microsoft will continue its slow rollout during the testing period. . time before it is available to everyone.

How much does the xCloud project cost?

During the preview phase, Project xCloud is free for its small group of testers. Once this preview is complete, Project xCloud will switch to a subscription service. No pricing information has been announced, nor has the ability to purchase games directly through the service. Project xCloud will eventually be integrated with Xbox Game Pass at some point, according to Microsoft, but it's unclear whether it will show up as an add-on for an additional fee or if it is part of the base package.

What games are available on Project xCloud?

Project xCloud's library is growing and there are plans to add more titles during the testing phase and after full launch. The preview started with just five titles available, which represents a library of 50 games to date. Microsoft is currently working with 25 publishers and this number is expected to continue to increase. The full list of games currently available on Project xCloud is shown below.