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Microsoft Caps Xbox Cloud Gaming for Game Pass Users at 15 Hours Monthly

Microsoft will limit Xbox Cloud Gaming to 15 hours per month for Game Pass subscribers starting November, ending unlimited streaming and introducing a pay-as-you-go option for non-subscribers.

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Key moments · 6

Microsoft announces monthly hour limits for Xbox Cloud Gaming

IGN ↗

Game Pass Ultimate subscribers to be capped at 15 hours per month

The Verge - All Posts Tech ↗

Pay-as-you-go cloud gaming coming for non-subscribers

Techmeme ↗

Microsoft says only a small fraction will be affected

Eurogamer.net Gaming ↗

Game Pass tiers to receive different cloud gaming hour caps

CNET News Tech ↗

Microsoft faces backlash for ending unlimited cloud streaming

Forbes - Innovation ↗

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  1. Xbox to cap Cloud Gaming hours for Game Pass subscribers
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  3. Xbox to Cap Cloud Gaming Hours for Game Pass Subscribers Starting November
    Time.news
  4. Xbox imposes harsh new time limits for Game Pass game streaming
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  5. Xbox Cloud Gaming Switches to Monthly Hour Limits
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