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Microsoft Is Developing An Online Streaming Service That Is Similar To Netflix For Xbox Games

Microsoft is working on a Netflix-style streaming video service for video games. It promises to deliver 'console-quality gameplay to any device'.



The company based in Redmond claims that gamers will be able to stream blockbuster titles to their Xbox smartphone, laptop or computer.



It is unclear whether players will need to pay for games individually or the possibility of having access the entire library for a monthly charge for services like video on-demand.



Microsoft does not believe that streaming will replace dedicated home consoles entirely, with the company also hinting that new Xbox hardware is already in development.



Microsoft is creating an online video game streaming service that will bring console-quality gaming to all devices. The firm also announced 50 new games to fans during its E3 presentation, setting which is a record for the Redmond-based company



Xbox boss Phil Spencer also teased the new streaming video games service, which Spencer claims will be able to unlock console-quality gaming on any device'



Executive President of Gaming Phil Spencer revealed Microsoft's plans to build a cloud-based service during its press conference at the video game expo E3 in Los Angeles.



Spencer said: "Our cloud engineers are building an online gaming network that will enable console-quality gaming on any device.



"We are dedicated to improving your gaming experience wherever you play - whether on your Xbox, your PC, and your phone."



Cloud Gaming is a way for players to gain access to a vast library of titles without needing to download or install every one.



Cloud gaming can allow console-quality video games to run on much less powerful devices, like smartphones, since all the heavy lifting is done on the server, not the device that is used by the player.



This is quite different from traditional video console games, which have to process everything on the disc locally and therefore require powerful chipsets and fan systems.



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Xbox boss Spencer did not announce an exact date for the launch of the service on-stage, although he has previously teased that Microsoft's game streaming might be available before 2020.



The company isn't the only one to be interested in streaming services for games. Rival PlayStation also offers the option of streaming games to your devices.



PlayStation Now is a subscription service that costs PS12.99 ($20 per month) and lets players stream over 500 titles to their PlayStation 4 or Windows PC.



Sony launched its cloud gaming service following it bought rival services Gaikai and OnLive.



However, despite its focus on streaming video games, Microsoft has not abandoned its hardware plans.



It's unclear if players will need to pay to access specific titles, or will be able to play the entire library for a monthly fee, much like Netflix



Microsoft has announced plans to build Xbox hardware, with new consoles being developed, despite teaser of streaming services.



Xbox boss Phil Spencer remained tight-lipped on any specifics about the forthcoming console, however, the executive did reveal that backwards-compatibility with older video games would play significant role for the new hardware



Phil Spencer used the E3 keynote as a teaser for the Xbox One's successor and suggested that Microsoft could have a variety of new consoles under development.



He said that the same team that provided an unbeatable performance with Xbox One X was deep into designing the next Xbox consoles. This will allow them to once again be able to fulfill their commitment to console gaming.



Spencer remained tight-lipped on any specifics about the console, however, the executive did reveal that backwards-compatibility with Xbox One games would play significant role for the new hardware.



Eurogamer was told by him: "When you think about the next wave of hardware, many of the massive, big games currently played will still exist when the next hardware comes out."



There isn't an "2" in the middle of these games, because people are trying to get you to the next version. In the old model of games shipping - getting played and then going away switching consoles was a simple function to perform.



"We tried it with Minecraft. We didn't launch Minecraft 2 on Xbox One to force everyone to upgrade to the next console. That's not what Minecraft players would like to see. They want Minecraft to be improved.



'When you look at games like PUBG and Fortnite and you consider these huge games and ecosystems that'll be available, once new hardware arrives, people will continue to want to play these games and it's going be essential for us as platforms to be able to support these games.'



Microsoft announced a new game in its popular Halo series named Halo Infinite, which will be exclusive to Xbox-branded consoles



Microsoft also showed an unprecedented number of new games for its players during its E3 presentation.



The company has released a range of exclusive titles, including fresh entries in its Halo and Gears of War series.



Spencer identified the new games on the list as the company's "largest gaming portfolio ever'.


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