"Microsoft is getting ready to announce an ad-supported version of Xbox Cloud Gaming. Sources familiar with Microsoft's plans tell The Verge that the software maker has started testing ad-supported games streaming internally, allowing employees to play select titles free without a Game Pass subscription. I understand that the free ad-supported version of Xbox Cloud Gaming will include the ability to stream some games you own."
"Sources tell me the internal testing includes around two minutes of preroll ads before a game is available to stream for free through Xbox Cloud Gaming. Microsoft is also currently testing a limit of one hour for sessions, with up to five hours free a month. These limits may well change when the service is officially launched. The ad-supported Xbox Cloud Gaming version will be available on PC, Xbox consoles, handheld devices, and via the web."
"Microsoft's free streaming test comes in the same week that the company expanded Xbox Cloud Gaming access to its Xbox Game Pass Premium and Essential plans for the first time, as part of a revamp to Game Pass and a 50 percent price hike for Ultimate subscribers. Xbox Cloud Gaming also came out of beta this week. Game Pass Ultimate members can now stream select games in 1440p resolution, with up to 30Mbps bitrates."
Microsoft is preparing an ad-supported Xbox Cloud Gaming tier that is being tested internally, enabling employees to play selected titles without a Game Pass subscription. The free tier will allow streaming of some owned games, eligible Free Play Days titles, and Xbox Retro Classics. Internal tests include roughly two minutes of preroll ads, a one-hour session limit, and up to five free hours per month, subject to change. The ad-supported service will be available on PC, Xbox consoles, handheld devices, and via the web, with a public beta planned before full launch. Game Pass plans were recently revamped and streaming quality and bitrates vary by subscription tier.
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