At Microsoft, things are shifting for Xbox that appears to continue putting its service at the forefront as it sacrifices the standing platform that is its console space. We witnessed this with launch support for Amazon Fire Sticks enabling Xbox Game Pass – removing the necessity for an Xbox in the living room altogether.
Additionally, Microsoft is pushing this even further with more avenues to inject its service. From one special on TopGear, it was hinted that support from smart-capable vehicles are next. At least at the time of writing, it was showcased for the Verne Robotaxi. What’s more, Microsoft has just announced to be restructuring pricing for the subscription as well which appears to be in anticipation for a new wave of users adopting the service.
In extension to the recent Fire Stick news, Amazon has now gone ahead featuring a new listing for its streaming devices which includes an Xbox controller as well as a subscription for Xbox Game Pass. The most radical difference from this is that there is no Xbox console included and only an internet connection is required to experience the same titles via Fire Stick.
“The only streaming media player with the Xbox app: Stream Forza Motorsport, Starfield, Palworld, and discover hundreds of other high-quality games directly on your Fire TV with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate via cloud gaming. No console required, “the description reads. “Bundle has everything you need to start game play, including a Fire TV Stick 4K Max and an Xbox Wireless Controller. Plus, get 1 month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate – valid for new Game Pass members only.”
Across the Xbox landscape, many players are concerned that streaming will be the end of the console altogether; or at least diminish physical media. There is a new discless model coming. However, it was previously stated that console is here to stay and is not planned to be overshadowed by new initiatives. You can read the full report by heading here.
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