Xbox Cloud Gaming Now on Game Pass Core & Standard
- Microsoft is broadening access to PC gaming for subscribers of Game Pass Core and Game Pass Standard.
- To participate in this preview and try Xbox Cloud Gaming and PC games with your Game Pass Core or Standard subscription, you must join the Xbox Insider Program.
- This expansion specifically targets Game Pass Core and Standard subscribers.
Microsoft Expands Game Pass PC Access for Core and Standard Subscribers
Microsoft is broadening access to PC gaming for subscribers of Game Pass Core and Game Pass Standard. As part of ongoing testing, Xbox Insiders with either Game Pass Core or Standard subscriptions will gain access to PC versions of select games, offering increased flexibility in how and where they play. This allows subscribers to choose between playing on a PC or a Windows handheld device.
How to Access the PC Game Preview
To participate in this preview and try Xbox Cloud Gaming and PC games with your Game Pass Core or Standard subscription, you must join the Xbox Insider Program. Once enrolled, you can access cloud games through xbox.com/play and access the additional PC titles through the Xbox app on Windows.
Game Pass Tiers and PC Gaming
This expansion specifically targets Game Pass Core and Standard subscribers. Here’s a speedy overview of the current Game Pass tiers as of August 27, 2024:
| Game Pass Tier | Monthly Cost (USD) | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Game Pass core | $9.99 | Online console multiplayer, a curated library of over 25 games, and now, access to select PC titles during the Insider preview. |
| Game Pass Standard | $16.99 | Access to a larger library of games on console and PC, cloud gaming, and EA Play membership. |
| Game Pass Ultimate | $19.99 | all the benefits of Core and Standard, plus Xbox Cloud Gaming on more devices, and perks. |
Source: Xbox Game Pass official website