Microsoft’s Project xCloud: Forza Horizon 4 on Android phone

The demo comes a week just before Google is expected to announce its streaming game service.

Microsoft reminds everyone about Project xCloud with a Live Demo

Microsoft has been working on Project xCloud for a while. Project xCloud is a cloud game streaming service. It is the future of Xbox gaming platforms with a device-agnostic service that lets you stream games made for the Xbox One.

The first game for a Project xCloud demo is trending! It’s Forza Horizon 4!! Microsoft showed off the demo on Tuesday, Forza Horizon 4 running in a data center and then streamed to an Android phone. The phone was attached to an Xbox One standard controller via Bluetooth.

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Forza Horizon 4 is our favorite game also and we are so much excited to play it on Android in the future. It was released on Xbox One and PC last October. It’s visually impressive and appears to run smoothly on a phone.

Inside Xbox: Introducing Project xCloud

Microsoft’s corporate vice president of cloud gaming, Kareem Choudhry did give viewers a live demonstration of the technology during an Inside Xbox broadcast. He said that we would be able to participate in Project xCloud and play anywhere with a good network connection. While Forza Horizon 4 is a demanding game and an Android phone is a tiny device, it won’t be limited to extreme scenarios like that.

He compared Project xCloud with video and audio streaming apps like Spotify. Just like these apps, you can log in from any device with your account and you’ll get all the gaming library, saved games, etc. You can log in from an Android phone, or Windows Laptop at any time – anywhere. It’s something to think about with a new generation of hardware pulling ever closer.

You can imagine an Xbox-branded service that you could access from any device. It does not matter if you have an Integrated Intel GPU or Android Mobile, you can log in and play a demanding game from that computer. Because everything would run in a data center near you. So, you’ll only need a strong network connection to stream.

Project xCloud would work with Microsoft’s existing gaming services and developers don’t need to do any extra work. You will be able to access your cloud saves, your friends, and everything you’re already familiar with if you’re using an Xbox or the Xbox app on your PC.

“It’s not a replacement for consoles, we’re not getting out of the console business,” Kareem Choudhry said. Public trials of Project xCloud are supposed to start later this year.

The Project xCloud – Inside Xbox video came a week before Google is expected to reveal its game-streaming service at the Game Developers Conference (GDC).  Previously, Sony also brought PS4 Remote Play to iPhone and iPad.

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What is Microsoft’s Project xCloud (now Xbox Cloud Gaming)?

Xbox Cloud Gaming (formerly Project xCloud) lets you stream high-quality Xbox games on various devices like phones, tablets, and PCs without needing a powerful console. It’s like Netflix for video games, but you play them instead of watching.

Do I need an Xbox to use Xbox Cloud Gaming?

No, you don’t necessarily need an Xbox. An Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription provides access to Xbox Cloud Gaming, allowing you to play on your devices without the console.

What devices can I use for Xbox Cloud Gaming?

Xbox Cloud Gaming works on Android phones and tablets, iPhones and iPads (through web browsers), Windows PCs, and even Samsung Smart TVs (2020 models and later).

What kind of internet connection do I need for Xbox Cloud Gaming?

For a smooth experience, Microsoft recommends a stable internet connection with at least 10 Mbps download speed. Higher speeds are better for improved image quality and responsiveness.

What games can I play with Xbox Cloud Gaming?

Xbox Cloud Gaming offers a vast library of Xbox games, including many titles from Xbox Game Pass. You can find popular AAA titles and indie gems to stream and play on the go.

Is Xbox Cloud Gaming better than buying a console?

It depends on your preference. Xbox Cloud Gaming offers convenience and affordability, but may have limitations like reliance on internet quality. Buying a console provides a dedicated gaming experience but requires upfront investment.

Aditya Navgan
Aditya Navgan
Editor at Global Tech Gadgets, Adi loves to write about Technology, Gadgets, Artificial Intelligence, Entertainment, Gaming Industry, and more! Expertise: Smartphones, Laptops, Gaming, Cameras, Drones, Cars, AI, Software.

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