Microsoft is developing a streaming service that resembles Netflix for video games. The service promises to bring console-quality gaming to any device'.
The company based in Redmond claims that gamers will be able to stream blockbuster titles to their Xbox laptop, smartphone or laptop.
It is not clear if players will have to pay for individual games or whether they will be able to access the entire library for a monthly charge including video on demand.
Microsoft does not believe streaming will replace dedicated consoles Microsoft is also hinting that a new Xbox hardware is already in development.
Microsoft is building an online streaming service similar to Netflix for video games that promises to bring console-quality gaming to any device'. Microsoft also announced 50 new games to fans during its E3 presentation, setting an all-time record for the Redmond-based company
Phil Spencer, Xbox boss revealed the coming video game streaming service claimed to allow gamers to play console-quality games on any device.
Microsoft's Executive Vice President of Gaming Phil Spencer spoke at the E3 press conference in Los Angeles to reveal its plans to create a cloud-based services.
Spencer said: 'Our cloud engineers are building a game streaming network to allow console-quality gaming to any device.
"We are determined to improve your gaming experience wherever you play - on your Xbox, your PC, and even on your mobile."
Cloud Gaming is a way for players to have access to a huge library of games without having to download or install every one.
Cloud gaming lets console-quality games to run on less powerful devices such as smartphones. All the heavy lifting is performed on a server , not on the device used by the player.
This is quite different from traditional video console games, which need to process everything on the disc locally, and therefore require powerful chipsets as well as fan systems.
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Spencer, Xbox boss, did not announce a date for the launch of the service on stage. However Spencer has previously suggested that Microsoft's game streaming might be available before 2020.
The company isn't the only one that is interested in game streaming services. 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 allows players to stream more than 500 titles to their PlayStation 4 or Windows PC.
Sony launched its cloud gaming service after it acquired rival services Gaikai and OnLive.
However, despite its focus on video game streaming, Microsoft has not abandoned its hardware plans.
It's unclear whether players will have to pay to access individual titles, or if they will be able to access the entire library for a monthly fee, like Netflix
But despite hinting at a streaming service, Microsoft revealed plans to continue to build Xbox hardware and consoles, with new models already in the works
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 follow-up, and hints that Microsoft might have several new consoles in development.
He also said that the same team that produced unparalleled performance with Xbox One X was deeply into the design of the next Xbox consoles. This will allow them to keep their promise 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 generation of hardware, a lot of the massive, big games currently played will still exist when the next hardware arrives."
You won't see the number "2" at the final game of these games because they are trying to take you to the next version. In the old model of games shipping being played, and then moving away switching consoles was an easy step-function.
"We tried it with Minecraft. We didn't release Minecraft 2 on Xbox One to try to compel everybody to move to the next console because that's not what Minecraft gamers are looking for. They want Minecraft to be improved.
"When you think of games such as Fortnite or PUBG you think of the vast ecosystems and games that are coming out when new hardware is released players will want to play these games and it's crucial for us to be able to support them.
Microsoft has announced Halo Infinite the latest installment in the popular Halo series. It will only be available on Xbox-branded consoles.
Elsewhere, Microsoft showcased a record 50 new games for fans during its E3 presentation.
The company ripped the wraps off of a selection of exclusive titles, including the latest entries in its Halo and Gears of War series.
Spencer has described the list of games coming out as the most diverse gaming portfolio ever'.
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