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New Xbox Cloud Gaming Controller With Built-in WiFi Leaked
A new Xbox controller designed for cloud gaming has been leaked, featuring both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity. This controller aims to reduce latency by connecting directly to Xbox Cloud Gaming servers, potentially enhancing the streaming experience. It is speculated that this controller may be intended for a rumored cloud gaming tier of Game Pass.
Subscriptions, Clouds, and Streams
NVIDIA announced that Subnautica 2 will be available on GeForce NOW. Additionally, PlayStation Plus revealed its May game catalog, featuring titles such as Star Wars Outlaws, Red Dead Redemption 2, Bramble: The Mountain King, and The Thaumaturge, highlighting trends in cloud gaming and subscription services.
Sea You in the Cloud: ‘Subnautica 2’ Early Access Dives Onto GeForce NOW
Subnautica 2 is now available on NVIDIA's GeForce NOW cloud gaming service, allowing members to play the game on various devices without downloads or hardware requirements. The article also highlights new rewards for HITMAN World of Assassination and early access for Forza Horizon 6 on the platform.
You Don't Need An Expensive PC Or Console To Play Subnautica 2
Subnautica 2 is now available in early access on PC and Xbox, with developer Unknown Worlds confirming it's also playable via cloud streaming services like Nvidia GeForce Now and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. Despite a legal battle involving parent company Krafton and CEO Ted Gill, the game has seen a strong launch on Steam. Subnautica 2 is not currently announced for PlayStation 5 or Nintendo Switch.
Leaked Xbox Controller For Cloud Gaming Is Raising Eyebrows For Its Unique Design
Images of a rumored new Xbox controller designed for cloud gaming have leaked from Brazil's Anatel regulator. The compact device reportedly features Wi-Fi for streaming, a rechargeable battery, and standard inputs, but its unique, wide shape has drawn attention for potentially compromising ergonomics. This controller would complement Microsoft's ongoing efforts to expand Xbox Cloud Gaming accessibility.
Netflix is a Joke Presents: Gifted Is a Meme-Making Social Party Game
Netflix has released a new social party game called Netflix is a Joke Presents: Gifted, which was used to promote the Netflix Is a Joke festival. The 18+ game, which revolves around creating funny responses to GIF prompts, is accessible via Netflix Cloud Gaming on TVs and web browsers. Players can use their phones as controllers, and the game supports up to nine players locally or online.
50 Game Pass-spel ingår i Discord Nitro
Discord Nitro is now offering a "starter version" of Xbox Game Pass, which includes over 50 games for PC and console, along with ten hours of cloud gaming. This bundle is available for Discord Nitro subscribers at a cost of 10 euros per month or 100 euros per year.
Sega is lowering the priority of games-as-a-service titles
Sega is reducing the priority of its games-as-a-service titles following weak performance from new free-to-play games like Sonic Rumble Party and a delay in other launches. The company has also canceled its "Super Game" initiative, which involved partnering with Microsoft for cloud-based game development. Personnel have been shifted from GaaS to full-game development to focus on core IPs.
Discord Nitro is actually worth it now, and it's all thanks to this new partnership with Xbox
Discord has announced a new partnership that includes its Nitro subscription service with the Xbox Game Pass starter edition. This collaboration offers Nitro users access to over 50 games and 10 hours of cloud gaming per month at no additional cost. The move aims to enhance the value of Discord Nitro amidst ongoing controversies regarding age verification.
Subscriptions, Clouds, and Streams
Xbox and Discord are expanding their partnership to offer more benefits to players, focusing on subscriptions, cloud gaming, and game streaming services. This collaboration aims to enhance the player experience through integrated features.
Xbox Game Pass Price, Day-One Games, And Tiers In 2026 Explained
Microsoft is implementing significant changes to its Xbox Game Pass service in 2026, including a price decrease for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate to $23 per month and the removal of day-one Call of Duty releases. New tiers like the Starter Edition, available through Discord Nitro and Meta Horizon+, offer access to a curated library of games and limited cloud streaming. While Essential and Premium tiers offer different levels of access to game libraries and online multiplayer, Ultimate remains the most comprehensive option, including cloud streaming and access to EA Play and Ubisoft+ Classics.
Amazon Luna's May lineup includes Guardians of the Galaxy and the Resident Evil 2 remake
Amazon Luna's May lineup for Prime members includes Guardians of the Galaxy and the Resident Evil 2 remake. Additionally, Prime members can claim a code for Mafia II: Definitive Edition.
Subscriptions, Clouds, and Streams
NVIDIA announced updates for its GeForce NOW cloud gaming service, highlighting new features and integrations. The update includes information on Gaijin Entertainment's single sign-on system and discusses the broader landscape of subscription models and streaming in the gaming industry.
Linked and Loaded: Gaijin Single Sign-On Now Available on GeForce NOW
NVIDIA GeForce NOW has integrated Gaijin Entertainment's single sign-on system, allowing members to access Gaijin titles like War Thunder with fewer logins. This update streamlines the cloud gaming experience, removing an extra layer of authentication. Additionally, seven new games have been added to the GeForce NOW library, with Ultimate members gaining access to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 performance.
Amazon Prime Members Can Get These 17 Games For Free In May
Amazon Prime members can claim 17 free games in May through Amazon Luna, including titles like Mafia 2: Definitive Edition, Alien: Isolation, and Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy. These claimed games are kept permanently, even if the subscription expires. Other services like Humble Choice, PS Plus, and Xbox Game Pass also offer new games this month.
Things go from bad to worse for Denuvo, as every game under its protection has now reportedly been bypassed
Denuvo's digital rights management protection has reportedly been bypassed on all games, including VR titles, following the widespread adoption of a Hypervisor exploit. This marks a significant setback for Denuvo and its parent company Irdeto, potentially impacting publisher confidence and prompting discussions about the future of DRM and the rise of cloud gaming.
Xbox shake-up sees multiple AI leads join the leadership team
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has announced a significant leadership reshuffle within Microsoft's gaming division, bringing in several new executives with backgrounds in Artificial Intelligence. These changes aim to streamline development and improve the company's focus on community engagement. The shake-up also involves some existing leaders transitioning to new roles or departing, alongside a shift away from dedicated Copilot gaming support development.
New Xbox CEO replaces 24-year Microsoft employees with former CoreAI, Meta, Instacart execs to "evolve how we…
New Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is implementing a significant leadership restructuring, bringing in former colleagues from Instacart, Meta, and Microsoft's CoreAI. This move follows a 33% decline in quarterly Xbox hardware sales, with veteran Microsoft employees Kevin Gammill and Roanne Sones departing. Sharma aims to "evolve how we work and how we are organized across our platform" to build a more affordable, personal, and open ecosystem.
Subscriptions, Clouds, and Streams
Xbox Game Pass will be adding Forza Horizon 6, Mixtape, and Subnautica 2 to its service. The article highlights the growing importance of subscriptions, cloud gaming, and game streaming in the industry.
How Gamers Are Discovering Entertainment Beyond the Screen in 2026
In 2026, the gaming market's convergence with broader entertainment is reshaping how players discover new content, with social platforms like YouTube and TikTok leading discovery. While traditional gaming journalism and regional publications still hold value for contextualized information, AI-driven curation and cross-platform subscription bundles are emerging as key trends. Cloud gaming has also lowered barriers, increasing casual player engagement and cross-media consumption.
