Clouds are getting more expensive: Xbox to introduce cloud gaming limits in Game Pass and start selling additional hours
Microsoft is introducing monthly cloud gaming hour limits for Xbox Game Pass subscribers starting in November, citing rising infrastructure costs. The company plans to allow users to purchase additional hours and will eventually offer cloud gaming access without a subscription.
Why it matters
This shift marks a change in the business model for cloud gaming, reflecting the economic challenges of scaling high-performance streaming services.
0 Источник: Xbox 3 September 2026, 22:13 run.code The change will allegedly affect only 4% of subscribers.
Microsoft is preparing a change for Game Pass subscribers: starting in November, users will receive a limited number of cloud gaming hours per month.
Xbox explained the decision by the rising cost of cloud infrastructure. According to the company, the costs of providing cloud gaming are increasing as more users play through the cloud and spend more time in it.
Transitioning to monthly limits allows us to continue providing the service while investing in its reliability and performance. Xbox. Starting in November, limits will be distributed as follows:
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