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Samsung's Gaming Hub, known for bringing various cloud gaming services into one app for Samsung TVs, is now expanding to Galaxy phones, offering quick access to cloud gaming services and an "Instant Plays" feature for easier game access. The app will also serve as a storage space for downloaded games and is currently in beta with a limited game catalog.
Samsung has partnered with Performance Designed Products LLC (PDP) to launch the first "Designed for Samsung Gaming Hub" controller, the Replay Midnight Blue, which is available for pre-order at $49.99. The controller features an in-built rechargeable battery, a Samsung Gaming Hub home button, and a TV volume control button. Samsung's Designed for Samsung Gaming Hub program aims to bring leading gaming accessory companies on board to enhance the gaming experience on Samsung TVs. This move follows Microsoft's policy to block unauthorized third-party accessories for Xbox consoles, emphasizing the importance of licensed accessories for gaming platforms.
The Samsung Gaming Hub, available on select Samsung smart TVs, allows users to access cloud gaming services like Nvidia GeForce Now and Xbox Game Pass without the need for a console. While the visual quality may not be as good as playing locally, the audio and response time are solid. The Gaming Hub is ideal for secondary TVs or for those without an Xbox who want to access Xbox Game Pass. It won't replace a console, but it's a convenient addition to extend the gaming experience.
Samsung's Gaming Hub, in partnership with Blacknut, is introducing the Free Game Pilot feature, allowing users to try out the Blacknut cloud gaming service on Samsung smart TVs without a sign-in or subscription. The feature offers free access to eleven games for three months, making gaming more accessible on Samsung TVs. Users only need an active internet connection and a gaming controller to enjoy quality games directly on their TVs. This initiative comes at a time when many new TV customers are joining the user base due to deals and discounts.
Samsung has developed its own mobile game launcher called Game Launcher, which serves as a hub for all mobile game app icons. It offers features such as instant plays, game rankings, Discord integration, a minigame called Creature Collection, game booster integration, priority mode, game sound toggle, bookmarks, game notifications, and a gaming timeline. Samsung's Game Launcher is considered to be a "fun and useful" tool for mobile gamers.
Samsung Gaming Hub, a cloud-based gaming platform, has celebrated its one-year anniversary by unveiling a new logo that hints at potential integration with virtual reality (VR). The logo, resembling a combination of a gamepad and a VR headset, suggests a connection between the upcoming Samsung XR headset and the gaming platform. While the specifics of the XR experience remain unknown, it is speculated that the headset could stream Gaming Hub content or offer cloud-based VR games controlled by the XR headset. Gaming Hub has achieved significant success in its first year, becoming one of the most accessible and widespread cloud-based gaming platforms globally, with over 3,000 games and partnerships with services like Amazon Luna and Blacknut. Samsung plans to expand the availability of Gaming Hub to more regions in the future.
Samsung has announced the release of three new "smart monitors" that function as both computer displays and small smart TVs. The monitors come with built-in video streaming apps, AirPlay support, and Samsung's Gaming Hub. The monitors range from 1080p to 4K and come with built-in speakers, 60Hz refresh rates, and remote controls. The M8 is the most feature-rich of the bunch, with 4K support, HDR10 Plus, a peak brightness of 400 nits, and a webcam for video calls. The monitors will be available in the US from June.