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Microsoft Expands Xbox Game Pass to Android Devices via Cloud Gaming

This development signifies a strategic expansion in the gaming industry, leveraging cloud technology...
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Heat Index
  • Impact Level
    Medium
  • Scope Level
    Global
  • Last Update
    2025-11-06
Key Impacts
Positive Impacts (7)
Mobile Gaming
Microsoft Corp (MSFT)
GPU & High-Performance Semiconductor Makers (e.g., NVIDIA, AMD)
Android Smartphone & Tablet Manufacturers (e.g., Samsung, Xiaomi)
Wireless Telecom Carriers
Content Delivery Network (CDN) Providers (e.g., Akamai, Cloudflare)
Negative Impacts (3)
Physical Video Game Retailers (e.g., GameStop)
Console Manufacturers (Sony, Nintendo)
Apple Inc. (AAPL)
Total impacts: 10 | Positive: 7 | Negative: 3
Event Overview

This development signifies a strategic expansion in the gaming industry, leveraging cloud technology to extend subscription services to mobile platforms. It reflects the growing trend of platform-agnostic entertainment and the increasing importance of accessibility in digital content distribution.

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Microsoft Launches Xbox Game Pass on Android Devices
2025-11-03 23:05

Microsoft is launching a beta version of cloud gaming for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members in 22 markets, targeting Android phones and tablets. This move, part of Microsoft's next-generation strategy, will bring the Netflix-style game subscription service to mobile devices starting on September 15. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, priced at $10.99 per month, will allow members to play over 100 games via cloud gaming. The service will enable users to access their gaming profile, friends list, achievements, controller settings, and saved game progress on mobile devices. Starting September 15, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can stream over 100 games to their Android devices in 22 markets as part of a beta launch.

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