Xbox Tests Free Ad-Supported Game Streaming

Microsoft is testing a new way for Xbox users to play games they already own without paying for a cloud gaming subscription.

This test is only for members of the Xbox Insider program.

Users can stream games for free by watching short ads before they start playing.

Each gaming session is limited to one hour, and the ads only appear before the game starts, not during.

People who already pay for Xbox Cloud Gaming can keep using the service without ads.

Microsoft wants to see if this makes gaming more affordable and accessible.

They are gathering feedback to decide if they will expand this feature.