Microsoft has expanded its Xbox Cloud Gaming service with a new update to the Xbox PC app, introducing the “Stream Your Own Game” feature for members of the Xbox Insider Program. This functionality allows users to stream console versions of the Xbox games they own directly from the app, regardless of whether the titles support Xbox Play Anywhere. The goal is to provide greater flexibility for PC players, enabling them to access a wider range of games without the need to install large files locally.
This new streaming option can help save disk space, particularly for users with limited internal or external SSD capacity. Instead of downloading games, users can stream them directly from the cloud. This can be especially beneficial for graphically demanding or storage-heavy titles.
The “Stream Your Own Game feature” to debut soon on the Xbox PC app. (Image credit: Microsoft)
The update is part of broader improvements being made to the Xbox PC app. Recent changes for Xbox Insiders have included the integration of PC storefront aggregation, allowing users to view and manage games purchased from platforms like Battle.net within the Xbox ecosystem. These updates are aligned with Microsoft’s long-term plans for the upcoming Xbox Ally handheld device, expected to launch in 2025. The Xbox Ally will utilize the Xbox PC app while also supporting third-party game stores.
“Stream Your Own Game” was initially introduced in late 2024 with a limited catalog of 50 games that could be streamed via browsers through Xbox.com/play. Since then, the feature has been gradually expanded to support a wider range of titles, including high-profile releases such as Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Final Fantasy XVI, and Subnautica. The service has also been made available on other platforms, such as Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles, LG and Samsung smart TVs, and Meta Quest headsets.
To use “Stream Your Own Game,” players must own the game they wish to stream and hold an active Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription. This subscription also provides access to a large library of first-party Xbox titles and other games available through Game Pass.
Although the feature is currently limited to Xbox Insider members, the broader rollout timeline has not yet been confirmed. Interested users can join the Xbox Insider Program to test new features before they become publicly available across Xbox devices and the Xbox PC app.
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