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Xbox Announces Cloud Streaming Caps, And New Option To Stream Without Game Pass
Xbox announced new monthly hour caps for its cloud streaming service, starting in November. Subscribers will have their streaming hours limited based on their Game Pass tier, with options to purchase additional hours at an undisclosed price.
Games Mysteriously Disappearing From PlayStation Portal Cloud Library
Numerous PlayStation 5 games have mysteriously disappeared from the PlayStation Portal's direct cloud streaming library over the weekend. While Sony reserves the right to remove titles, the widespread removal of both third-party and first-party games suggests a system glitch rather than a deliberate action. Players are reporting issues with titles like Ghost of Yotei, Madden NFL 27, and Cities: Skylines, with some contacting support who were incorrectly informed the games were no longer available for streaming.
Take-Two CEO Says Streaming Could Soon Make Expensive Consoles Matter Less
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick believes that while rising hardware costs are not ideal, they won't significantly impact sales, especially for anticipated titles like Grand Theft Auto 6. Zelnick also expressed strong confidence in the future of cloud streaming, predicting commercial low-latency streaming within three years, which could dramatically expand the accessible gaming market.
Xbox is testing ads on streaming video games you already own
Xbox is testing advertisements within its cloud streaming service for owned games, offering hour-long sessions with ads before gameplay begins. This initiative aims to potentially lower access costs for players, though similar attempts by other companies like EA have faced significant backlash. Microsoft is also reportedly planning to increase the price of Xbox consoles.
Xbox Starts Testing Ad-Supported Cloud Streaming Tier Through Insider Program
Xbox has begun testing a new ad-supported tier for its cloud streaming service exclusively for Xbox Insiders. This tier will feature session limits and display ads before gameplay begins, but will not include a built-in game library and is separate from Game Pass. The company emphasizes that this optional service aims to lower access costs and expand player audiences, with ads designed to be non-intrusive and relevant to the player.
Xbox reveals ad-supported cloud streaming
Xbox is testing an ad-supported cloud streaming feature for Xbox Insiders, allowing non-Xbox Game Pass subscribers to stream select titles from their library with ads at the beginning of the experience. This feature is optional, and users can stream without ads by subscribing to Xbox Game Pass. There is currently no public release date for this feature.
Xbox Game Pass Is Going Somewhere You Probably Forgot About
Xbox Game Pass is now available as a starter edition for Meta Horizon+ subscribers, offering over 50 games via cloud streaming on Meta Quest headsets. This partnership allows Horizon+ users to access a selection of AAA and indie titles, though cloud streaming is limited to 10 hours per month and requires a high-speed internet connection. Meta Quest controllers will soon emulate Xbox controllers, with the option to pair an existing Xbox controller.
PlayStation Portal Gets Highly Demanded Streaming Library Update
Sony has released an update for the PlayStation Portal, allowing direct cloud streaming of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced. Previously, users without a PlayStation 5 console had to wait for games to be streamable, but this update enables direct streaming for the popular remake. A PlayStation Plus Premium subscription is required for this feature.
Death Stranding director Hideo Kojima "really sad" about Sony ending physical disc production, and says lack of media ownership has "frightening" possibilities
Hideo Kojima expressed sadness and concern over Sony's decision to end physical disc production in January 2028, highlighting the frightening possibilities of losing media ownership with the rise of cloud streaming. He drew parallels to subscription services like Netflix, warning that a shift away from physical media could lead to a future where access to games and movies is revoked due to political or other changes.
Sega Cancels Super Game, But New Crazy Taxi And Jet Set Radio Are Still Coming
Sega has officially canceled its ambitious "Super Game" project, which was intended to incorporate NFTs and cloud streaming. However, the company confirmed that new installments in the Crazy Taxi, Jet Set Radio, Golden Axe, and Streets of Rage franchises are still in development.
The case for getting your hands on a PlayStation Portal before that nasty price hike
The author argues that the PlayStation Portal is a valuable gaming peripheral, especially before its upcoming price increase on April 2nd. The device allows for streaming games from a PlayStation 5 or via cloud streaming with a PlayStation Plus Premium membership, making it a versatile option for accessing a wide library of titles.
PS5's Power Users Are Spending More Than Ever, and PS Portal Proves It
Sony is successfully increasing profitability from its core PlayStation 5 users, with PS Portal owners showing high engagement with premium services. Data indicates that 50% of PS Portal owners subscribe to PlayStation Plus Premium, and PS Portal usage has surged by 162% year-over-year since the introduction of cloud streaming functionality.
The PlayStation Portal is about to become even more of a PSP successor with its next major update
Sony is releasing a system software update for the PlayStation Portal on March 18, introducing a 1080p High Quality mode for Remote Play and Cloud Streaming. The update also includes quality-of-life improvements such as easier account creation directly on the device and enhanced trophy notifications. Cloud streaming usage has seen significant growth, with over half of PlayStation Portal users subscribing to PlayStation Plus Premium.
A PlayStation Portal update is adding a 1080p High Quality mode
Sony Interactive Entertainment is releasing a firmware update for the PlayStation Portal, introducing a new 1080p High Quality mode for Remote Play and Cloud Streaming that offers a higher bitrate. The update also includes refinements to the Cloud Streaming search screen, improved game invite and trophy notifications, and a streamlined account creation process via QR code for new users.
New PlayStation Portal Update Adds 1080p High Quality mode | Console Creatures
Sony has released a new update for the PlayStation Portal, introducing a 1080p High Quality mode for Remote Play and Cloud Streaming to enhance visual fidelity. The update also brings usability improvements, including better game invite notifications, enhanced trophy alerts, a refined search interface, and an easier account onboarding process. Cloud streaming usage has seen significant growth, with over 50% of PlayStation Portal users now subscribing to PlayStation Plus Premium.
New PlayStation Portal Update Adds 1080p High Quality mode | Console Creatures
Sony has released a new update for the PlayStation Portal, introducing a 1080p High Quality mode for Remote Play and Cloud Streaming to enhance visual fidelity. The update also brings usability improvements, including better game invite notifications, enhanced trophy alerts, a refined search interface, and an easier account onboarding process. Cloud streaming usage has seen significant growth, with over 50% of PlayStation Portal users now subscribing to PlayStation Plus Premium.
The PlayStation Portal just got even better: a new High Quality Mode and 'refined streaming experience' headline the latest update
Sony has released a new update for the PlayStation Portal, introducing a 1080p High Quality mode for Remote Play and Cloud Streaming that offers higher visual fidelity. The update also refines the cloud streaming experience with improved game selection, clearer game invites, and enhanced trophy notifications, including special animations for Platinum trophies.
PlayStation Portal Update Adds 1080p High Quality Streaming Mode
Sony is releasing a system software update for the PlayStation Portal on March 18, 2026, introducing a 1080p High Quality streaming mode for improved clarity and smoother visuals. The update also enhances the Cloud Streaming interface, improves game invite notifications, and streamlines the account setup process with a QR code system.
PS Portal Update for March 2026 Brings Welcome Improvements
Sony is releasing a new system software update for the PlayStation Portal on March 18, 2026, introducing several improvements. The update enhances Remote Play and Cloud Streaming features with a new 1080p High Quality mode, an improved product detail page UI for selecting games from bundles, clearer game invite notifications, enhanced trophy notifications, and a refined search interface. Additionally, users can now create or sign into a PSN account by scanning a QR code with a mobile device.
PS Portal Gets Even Better with New Firmware Update, Improved Visuals and Enhanced Cloud Streaming
Sony has released a new firmware update for the PlayStation Portal, introducing a 1080p High Quality mode for improved visuals and refining the cloud streaming experience. The update also enhances game invites, trophy notifications, and the search interface. Sony reports strong momentum for the device, with over 50% of users subscribing to PS Plus Premium for cloud streaming.
