Microsoft Is Developing A Netflixlike Streaming Service For Xbox Games

Microsoft is developing a Netflix-style streaming service for video games. It promises to deliver 'console-quality gameplay to any device'. minecraft servers list

The Redmond-based company says that gamers will be able to stream blockbuster movies to their Xbox, laptop or mobile.

It's unclear whether players will need to pay for the individual games, or will be allowed to access the entire library for a monthly cost, like video on-demand services.

Microsoft believes that streaming won't completely replace dedicated consoles however, the company did announce that new Xbox hardware was in the works.

Microsoft is developing a Netflix-style streaming video game service that will bring console-quality gaming to all devices. During its E3 presentation, Microsoft unveiled 50 new games to fans - a record for the Redmond-based company.

Phil Spencer, Xbox boss, teased the future video game streaming service that he claimed will allow users to play console-quality games on any device.

Microsoft's Executive Vice President of Gaming Phil Spencer spoke at the E3 press conference in Los Angeles to reveal its plans to create a cloud-based services.

Spencer said that: "Our cloud engineers are developing a gaming streaming network that will allow console-quality gaming across all devices.

"We are committed to improving your gaming experience wherever you play on your Xbox or PC and even on your mobile."

This method, also known as Cloud Gaming, allows players to access a huge library of games without having to download or install every game.

Cloud gaming allows console-quality games to run on less powerful devices like smartphones. All the heavy lifting is performed via a server and not on the device used by the player.

This is quite different from traditional video console games, which have to process all data on the disc locally, and therefore require powerful chipsets and fan systems.

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Spencer, Xbox boss, hasn't revealed the date of the launch of the service on stage. However, he has previously hinted that Microsoft's game streaming could be available before 2020.

The company isn't the only one that is interested in game streaming services. Rival PlayStation also offers the option of streaming games to your devices.

It's dubbed PlayStation Now, the subscription service costs PS12.99 ($20) per month. It allows users to stream more than 500 titles on their Sony PS4 or Windows PC.

Sony launched its cloud gaming service after it acquired rival services Gaikai and OnLive.

But despite its emphasis on streaming video games, Microsoft has not abandoned its hardware plans.

It is not clear if users will be required to pay for individual titles or whether they will be able to access the entire library at a monthly charge, similar to Netflix.

Microsoft has announced plans to develop Xbox hardware, with new consoles being developed despite teasers of streaming services.

Xbox boss Phil Spencer remained tight-lipped on any specifics about the forthcoming console, however, the executive did reveal that backwards-compatibility with older video games would play significant role for the new hardware

Phil Spencer used the E3 keynote to reveal the follow-up to the Xbox One, with hints that Microsoft might have multiple new consoles in the works.

'The same team that delivered unprecedented performance with Xbox One X is currently deep into designing the next Xbox consoles, where we will once more keep our promise to set the bar for console gaming,' he said.

Spencer remained tight-lipped on any specifics about the console, however, the executive did reveal that backwards-compatibility with Xbox One games would play significant role for the new hardware.

The Eurogamer reporter said: 'As you think about this next wave of hardware that eventually will arrive, many of the large, large games people are playing today will continue to exist when the next hardware is released.

You won't see an "2" in the final game of these games, as they are trying to guide you to the next version. In the older model of games being shipped playing and moving away the console switch was a simple function to perform.

'We went through it with Minecraft. We didn't launch Minecraft 2 on Xbox One to force everyone to upgrade to the next console. This isn't what Minecraft users want. They want Minecraft to be improved.

When you think about games like PUBG and Fortnite and consider these huge games and ecosystems that will be out there, when new hardware comes, people will continue to want to play those games and it's going be important for us as platforms to support them.'

Microsoft has announced Halo Infinite which is a brand new installment in the popular Halo series. It will only be available on Xbox-branded consoles

Elsewhere, Microsoft showcased a record 50 brand new games to its gamers during its E3 presentation.

The company ripped the wraps off a variety of exclusive titles, including the latest entries in its Halo and Gears of War series.

Spencer identified the list of new games as the most diverse gaming portfolio ever'.