Nvidia is launching native GeForce Now apps for Linux and Amazon Fire TV, with a beta for Ubuntu 24.04 coming soon, expanding access to its cloud gaming service and supporting additional devices and controllers.
Xbox is partnering with V (formerly VIDAA) to bring the Xbox app and cloud gaming to select Hisense and V homeOS-powered smart TVs in 2026, allowing Xbox Game Pass subscribers to stream a wide range of games directly on their TVs for more flexible gaming options.
GeForce NOW offers a cost-effective way to play AAA games on various devices through its tiered subscription service, with significant performance improvements and a vast game library, making high-quality gaming accessible without expensive hardware.
The article suggests various ways to repurpose old Samsung phones, such as using Samsung DeX for a desktop experience, turning the device into a media player, a smart home hub, or a portable gaming console through cloud gaming, instead of selling or discarding it.
The Xbox Ally, a competitive handheld gaming device for Xbox and PC games, is now available at a discounted price of $489, down from $599.99, offering reliable performance, a 7-inch display, and support for cloud gaming services, making it a strong alternative to the Steam Deck, especially for cloud gaming enthusiasts.
Xbox Cloud Gaming, now out of beta and included with Xbox Game Pass plans, allows players to stream a vast library of games on various devices with a stable internet connection, offering a flexible gaming experience across consoles, PCs, mobile devices, and more.
The Xbox Ally is set to receive significant updates through 2026, including pre-compiled shaders, AI-powered upscaling exclusive to Xbox Ally X, improved game capture features, better external display support, and enhanced cloud save synchronization, aiming to improve gaming on Windows 11 and next-gen Xbox hardware.
The article explains how to turn a cheap mini PC into a powerful gaming machine using cloud gaming services like NVIDIA GeForce NOW, allowing users to play AAA and indie games without high-end hardware, provided they have a stable internet connection and a subscription to the service.
Sony has added cloud gaming support to its PlayStation Portal handheld, allowing users to stream select PS5 games and access a catalog via PlayStation Plus, but only with a $17.99/month PlayStation Plus Premium subscription.
Sony's latest PS Portal update allows users to stream PS5 games via cloud, eliminating the need for a PS5 console, making it more versatile for on-the-go gaming, especially for those with a PS Plus Premium subscription.
Netflix is launching a new line of multiplayer co-op party games for TV, including titles like Lego Party, Boggle, and Tetris Time Warp, accessible via a simple phone connection, with availability expected this holiday season.
Microsoft's Xbox hardware plans are still in place despite rumors of cancellation, with ongoing partnerships with AMD and continued production of Xbox Series X|S. However, recent price hikes, strategic shifts towards Xbox Cloud Gaming, and management issues have led to community skepticism and concern about the brand's future, reminiscent of past crises like 2013. The situation highlights a disconnect between Microsoft's corporate strategies and consumer sentiment, raising questions about the platform's long-term stability.
Microsoft plans to introduce a free, ad-supported tier for Xbox Cloud Gaming, allowing users to stream certain games with ads, including some they own and free play titles, as part of its effort to expand access and revenue. The service will feature pre-roll ads and may limit streaming durations, complementing existing subscription options.
Microsoft is developing an ad-supported version of Xbox Cloud Gaming, aiming to offer a potentially lower-cost or free option for users, though details on release and implementation are not specified.
Microsoft is preparing to launch a free, ad-supported version of Xbox Cloud Gaming that will allow users to stream games without a subscription, featuring pre-roll ads and limited gameplay sessions, as part of a broader effort to expand access and test new monetization strategies.