"According to , Microsoft is preparing to announce an ad-supported version of Xbox Cloud Gaming, which finally exited beta this week. Sources said to be familiar with Microsoft's strategy told The Verge that game streaming with ads is already being tested internally with employees. You'll reportedly be able to play select games that you own as well as a selection of Xbox Retro Classics titles. Microsoft will also offer Free Play Days games, an initiative that already lets Xbox users try games over a weekend."
"But the inevitable catch, beyond the restricted catalogue of available games, is that you could have to watch up to several minutes of ad content before getting into a game, and it sounds like there are a number of time-based restrictions as well. It's currently being tested with a one-hour time limit, up to five times per month, though that could change come launch."
"Microsoft could launch its ad-supported Xbox Cloud Gaming tier in beta soon, and it will reportedly be available on PC, Xbox, handheld devices and on browsers. What isn't clear is what streaming quality will be offered on the free version. Xbox Cloud Gaming's recently-unlocked 1440p option is going to be exclusive to Game Pass Ultimate, with Microsoft saving the "best quality" streaming for its most expensive plan. You'll be capped at 1080p on the Premium and Essential tiers."
Microsoft will offer an ad-supported Xbox Cloud Gaming tier providing free access to a limited catalogue including select owned games, Xbox Retro Classics, and Free Play Days titles. The free tier will include advertising and may require several minutes of ads before gameplay. The free service is being tested with a one-hour session limit up to five times per month. The ad-supported tier will be available on PC, Xbox, handheld devices, and browsers. Streaming quality will be restricted: 1440p remains exclusive to Game Pass Ultimate, and Premium and Essential tiers are capped at 1080p.
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