Recently, Microsoft announced that cloud gaming would soon be available for Xbox Series X, Series S, and Xbox One. Even though this is monumental news for Xbox gamers worldwide, if you're still using the last generation's console, you're going to love this service. Excited? You should be...
What Makes Xbox Cloud Gaming So Special?
With cloud gaming, Xbox wants to change the way Xbox gamers play and try new games. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members will be able to play games without having to install them. This will make it easier to test new games without downloading them and wasting precious storage—no downloads, no waiting. Just fun.
There are over 100 games for you to play without installing a single title. Moreover, you'll also be able to enjoy multiplayer games with your friends right from the cloud.
Xbox One Users Are the Biggest Winners
Probably the most surprising news from this announcement is that the last-gen console, the Xbox One, will also support cloud gaming. Although it may not seem like much at first, this is a tremendous opportunity for older console owners to try some of the newest games.
Having access to cloud gaming on your Xbox One means you'll also have access to games that are currently exclusive to the Xbox Series X. Microsoft confirmed games like The Medium and Flight Simulator will be available to play on Xbox One via the cloud.
While not every current-gen game will be available for the Xbox One, this will let you play current games without worrying about upgrading to a new console. Not too shabby for a console that first came out eight years ago.
Xbox Gamers Unite!
It's a great time to be an Xbox gamer, especially if you're still rocking the Xbox One. Although, we still need to wait awhile before we see cloud gaming available on Xbox. Fortunately, there are other cloud gaming services you can start playing with while we wait.