Microsoft’s Xbox Cloud Gaming service is now available on iOS devices | Engadget Leave a comment

Following a beta test that started in mid-April, Microsoft has rolled out its Xbox Cloud Gaming service to all subscribers on iOS and PC. With , you can visit the and start playing some of the games included in the Game Pass library through your browser. On PC, the service supports Edge and Chrome, while on iOS it’s accessible through Safari. What’s more, you can use a controller over Bluetooth or USB to play the included games.

Microsoft also shared that it’s now using custom Xbox Series X hardware to power the xCloud experience. For those with a fast enough internet connection, the new hardware will allow you to steam games at 1080p and up to 60 frames per second. At the same time, Microsoft is expanding its to include two iOS controllers: the Backbone One and . With the new badge, both controllers will come with a complimentary three-month trial of Game Pass Ultimate for those who haven’t tried the service before.

Getting to the point where xCloud is available on iOS devices has been something of a journey for Microsoft. , Apple initially said it wouldn’t allow game streaming apps on its devices, but then later carved out an exception to allow those apps to .