In a significant move for gaming enthusiasts, Xbox has announced the expansion of its innovative ‘Stream Your Own Game’ feature, now available to Xbox Insiders participating in the PC Gaming Preview with a Game Pass Ultimate subscription. This development allows members to stream select titles they own directly through the Xbox PC app, extending beyond the existing Game Pass catalog.
Details of the Update
This rollout marks a pivotal moment for Game Pass Ultimate subscribers, as it is the first instance where they can access a broader range of games across all 28 countries where Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta) operates. This expansion follows previous launches of the feature, which initially debuted on TVs and browsers last November, and later on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles in April.
The enhancements are part of Xbox’s broader strategy to make gaming more accessible to a global audience, allowing players to enjoy their favorite titles on various devices. Here’s what’s new for Xbox Insiders:
- Stream Your Own Game Collection: Users can now select supported titles from their library without the need for installation, enabling instant gameplay via Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta).
- Access Console-Only Titles: The update includes the ability to stream select Xbox console titles that were previously unavailable through the Xbox PC app.
- 200+ Supported Titles: The collection features popular games such as Back 4 Blood, Date Everything!, Final Fantasy XVI, and Valheim (Game Preview), showcasing the growing library of the ‘Stream Your Own Game’ Collection.
For those eager to dive into this new feature, here’s how to get started:
- Open the Xbox PC app and navigate to the Cloud Gaming section.
- Locate the ‘Stream Your Own Game’ list.
- Select a supported title you own.
- Click and play instantly via Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta).
The introduction of the Stream Your Own Game feature is just one of many enhancements made to the Xbox PC app this year. Other updates include:
- Game Bar Compact Mode introduced in September.
- A new Consolidated Home UI launched in November.
- Revamped Game Bar and Widgets updates in March and May.
- Microsoft Edge Game Assist via Game Bar released in June.
For further details and the latest information on the Stream Your Own Game feature, Xbox Insiders can refer to the official announcement on the Xbox blog.