Today, Microsoft revealed key details about Xbox and its gaming service as a whole. Top among the info is that it is working on game streaming devices and on bringing Xbox Game Pass to smart TVs.
In the press release, Xbox (read Microsoft) announced that Game Pass is coming to more screens in a number of ways. It confirmed it is working with global TV manufacturers to put the Xbox experience on smart TVs. This way, all users need is a controller.
Xbox also confirmed it is building its own streaming devices for cloud gaming so as to reach more users on any TV or monitor without needing a console. From the phrasing, we can deduce this means that these devices will provide the Xbox experience by connecting to the video input port of the display. Another thing to note is the word “devices” which means there will be more than one, possibly with different form factors.
The gaming service will also be launching in more countries such as Australia, Brazil, Mexico, and Japan later this year and Xbox also plans to introduce new subscription plans so more people can experience the service. Game Pass users will also notice improvements in load times and frame rates as Xbox is almost done updating its data centers across the globe with the Xbox Series X.
Later this year, Xbox will will also add cloud gaming to the Xbox app on PC which will bring new experiences including the ability to try a game before downloading it. However, in a few weeks cloud gaming on the browser will be available to all game Pass Ultimate subscribers. Users will be able to play games on Chrome, Edge, and Safari.
Game Pass will also get new games frequently. Xbox says that its goal is to release at least one new first party game into Game Pass every quarter. These games will include shooters, strategy, adventures, and more. Xbox will announce some of these new titles on Sunday, June 13 during the Xbox and Bethesda Games showcase.
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