NEWS  Games  December 14, 2023  Reading time: 2 Minute(s)

Max (RS editor)

Xbox Cloud Gaming is making its debut on Meta's range of VR headsets today. The beta version of the cloud gaming app is now accessible for Meta Quest 2, 3, or Pro headsets, offering users the ability to seamlessly stream hundreds of Xbox games with an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription, a compatible controller, and a Quest headset.

Elevating the Gaming Experience

Enthusiasts can easily access the beta app from the Meta Quest Store and pair a supported Bluetooth controller to delve into a world of immersive gaming. Whether it's an Xbox controller (with Bluetooth support), a PS4 controller, or even a Nintendo Switch Pro controller, the Xbox Cloud Gaming app ensures flexibility. As Meta hints at future developments, anticipation builds for the integration of PS5 controllers into this evolving ecosystem.

A Palette of Possibilities

The Xbox Cloud Gaming app on Meta headsets not only revolutionizes how games are played but also transforms the visual experience. Users can choose from a variety of display sizes, creating an immersive VR environment to stream Xbox games. Furthermore, the latest Quest 3 and Pro headsets offer an Xbox-themed virtual space that leverages full-color passthrough technology, elevating the gaming experience to new heights.

Microsoft and Meta: A Symbiotic Alliance

This collaboration extends beyond gaming, marking a significant partnership between Microsoft and Meta. The integration of Xbox Cloud Gaming is part of a broader initiative to bring Microsoft Teams, Office, and Windows experiences to the VR landscape. In a forward-looking move, Microsoft Teams is poised to enter the realm of 3D in January, unveiling a Mesh-powered VR meeting experience that will be accessible on Meta's Quest headsets.

The Future Unveiled

As the realms of gaming and virtual reality converge, the debut of Xbox Cloud Gaming on Meta VR headsets signifies an important moment in the evolution of immersive entertainment. The fusion of Microsoft's gaming prowess with Meta's cutting-edge VR technology opens new frontiers not only in gaming but also in collaborative and productivity-driven experiences. With promises of future controller integrations and 3D VR meetings on the horizon, this partnership could redefine the way we play, work, and interact in the digital age. 

 MEDIA CONTENT: META / MICROSOFT-XBOX