Key Points
- It is the collaboration between Xbox and Amazon for cloud gaming on Fire TV.
- Out in July on Fire TV Stick 4K Max and 4K.
- Users will need a Fire TV stick, Bluetooth controller & Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
- Such games as ‘Starfield’ and ‘Forza Horizon 5’ are provided with it.
A partnership between Microsoft and Amazon has resulted in an exciting announcement about the introduction of Xbox cloud gaming to certain models of the Amazon Fire TV range, thus enabling users to enjoy gameplay without consoles.
The President of Xbox Experiences and Platforms Engineering, Ashley McKissick, said that this initiative would allow Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers from more than twenty-five countries to start playing using their smart TVs using just an XBOX app. This move therefore aims at making it easier for both beginners and experienced players to get into video gaming.
Microsoft Expands Xbox Cloud Gaming to Amazon Fire TV: No Console Needed
Accessible Gaming: Fire TV Stick and Game Pass Ultimate
The availability of the Xbox App for use on the upcoming versions of the fire Television streaming devices such as Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2023), priced at $59.99, and Fire TV Stick 4K (2023), going at $49.99 will commence next month. In order for users to play this type of digital game, they must own a Fire TV stick coupled with an Xbox game pass ultimate membership and a wireless Bluetooth-capable controller.
Consequently, gamers can now enjoy some high-quality titles even without purchasing traditional consoles through his arrangement which comes with a considerably large library full of different genres.
A Diverse Library of Games
An extensive selection of games is immediately available under the subscription service named Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. Notable options include ‘Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II’, ‘Starfield’, ‘Forza Horizon 5’ and the iconic titles from Bethesda, ‘Fallout 76’ and ‘Fallout 4’.
This is an interesting addition that reflects a Fallout-themed TV series that was launched on Prime Video last month for viewers with gaming interests.
Seamless Gaming Experience
The Xbox app on Fire TV has been designed to foster smoothness during the game. One needs to install the app, sign in with their Microsoft account, and begin playing.
Even non-members can enjoy ‘Fortnite’ without the subscription while those who would rather enjoy more games could have Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. It supports various controllers like Xbox Wireless Controller, Xbox Adaptive Controller as well PlayStation’s DualSense and DualShock 4.
To extend its horizons of accessibility of the game console, Microsoft has combined it together with Amazon Fire TV resulting in a flexible solution for all gamers around the world at lower costs.
