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I've spent a bunch of time with the SteelSeries Stratus+, and it’s OK on PC but struggles on Android

The SteelSeries Stratus+ is a hybrid wireless controller designed for mobile gaming and PC play. When heavily discounted, it's a passable budget PC pad, but a disappointing mobile controller at any price.

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Xbox's plan to bring Xbox Cloud Gaming to the mass market — Free tier revealed, powered by ads, with access to all games you own

Here are the details of Xbox's initial ad-powered Xbox Cloud Gaming service, set to go live soon in an early testing phase.

Windows Central

3 cloud gaming services I recommend if gaming platforms are too expensive

With gaming hardware becoming more expensive by the day, cloud gaming offers an affordable alternative. Here are 3 services I recommend.

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Everything announced at Xbox Games Showcase 2026 and Gears of War: E-Day Direct — Xbox Game Pass, PC, Play Anywhere, and more

Here's a full recap of everything announced during Microsoft's Xbox Games Showcase 2026 and the Gears of War: E-Day Direct.

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The Xbox Game Pass 'Stream Your Own Game' library grows again with nearly 70 new titles to play from the cloud

Xbox has added nearly 70 more titles to its Stream Your Own Game feature for Xbox Cloud Gaming, including Forza Horizon 6, Oxenfree, Katana ZERO, and more.

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Xbox has a new Game Pass tier in testing: "Starter Edition" appears in the code, includes limited cloud streaming and first party games (UPDATE)

Ahead of an official announcement, the code for Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Cloud Gaming suggests that a new "Starter Edition" may be imminent for reveal.

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Xbox Game Pass is "too expensive", says Xbox in leaked memo – could potentially change pricing again

Xbox's new CEO has plans to address Xbox Game Pass pricing problems

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How to unlock the best Xbox Cloud Gaming quality on Windows 11 with a few simple tweaks using this free tool

Improve Xbox Cloud Gaming on Windows 11 with Better xCloud. Get better bitrate, lower lag, and full control over streaming settings.

Windows Central

Everything announced at the Xbox Partner Preview March 2026 — SEGA, Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Play Anywhere, and more

Another Xbox Partner Preview showcase has come, giving us a closer look at new Xbox and PC games and updates coming from Microsoft's game dev partners.

Windows Central

Xbox Game Pass just got two of the best RPGs ever made – including a 92 rated masterpiece

The next two weeks are going to be massive for Xbox owners and Xbox Cloud Gaming – two of the finest RPGs of all time are set to arrive

Microsoft adds a ton of new Xbox "Stream Your Own Game" titles to cloud gaming — Rimworld, Blasphemous, Divinity: Original Sin 2, and more

Xbox Cloud Gaming just got a whole lot better, especially if you want to punish yourself and your sanity.

Windows Central

Xbox’s new cloud gaming dashboard feels like a sneak peek at the platform’s future (and may be hiding a secret)

Could the new Xbox Cloud Gaming dashboard unify Xbox across console and PC in the future? It's looking more than a little likely.

Windows Central

I've been playing 'Final Fantasy 7 Remake' on Xbox — it's officially the best version

Impressive optimization for the Xbox Ally, Xbox Play Anywhere availability across console, PC, and cloud — Final Fantasy 7 Remake is an absolutely essential Xbox JRPG purchase.

Windows Central

Xbox Game Pass set for a strong end to January — Death Stranding Director’s Cut, Space Marine II, and more

Xbox Game Pass is set for a strong end to January 2026, with Death Stranding Director’s Cut, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II, and a varied line-up of new additions arriving across console, PC, and cloud.

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EXCLUSIVE: Xbox Cloud Gaming will get ad-supported access this year — rumors coalesce after ad support notices appear prematurely

Users have been noticing that Xbox Cloud Gaming has begun referencing "ad support" while launching games, confirming our earlier report.

Windows Central

Xbox Cloud Gaming is coming to Hisense Smart TVs in 2026 — for gamers who can't afford an Xbox console after the price hikes?

Microsoft has recently announced that it is partnering with Hisense to bring the Xbox app to select Hisense and V homeOS-powered Smart TVs in 2026, allowing players to stream Xbox titles directly from these devices via Xbox Cloud Gaming.

Windows Central

Xbox Cloud Gaming datamine reveals Microsoft has been quietly removing "Stream Your Own Games" — and a possible new Xbox dashboard?

Xbox Cloud Gaming has a problem. You can buy games specifically to play on Xbox Cloud Gaming now, but it seems that Microsoft reserves the right to remove games from access. But that's not all.

Xbox Cloud Gaming grew dramatically this year – and in a surprising place, too

Xbox Cloud Gaming is available on Smart TVs and mobile –but the big growth is happening somewhere unexpected

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Xbox Cloud Gaming comes to millions of players in Brazil via LG TVs and Amazon Fire TV — no price-inflated console required

Xbox Cloud Gaming expands in Brazil via LG Smart TVs and Fire TV, compatible with Bluetooth controllers.

Windows Central

Xbox Cloud Gaming just fixed one of its most frustrating save issues — this new sync update is a huge UI improvement

Xbox Cloud Gaming has introduced a new quality-of-life feature in its latest Windows Insider preview build that allows players to view the status of their cloud save data before launching a game.

Windows Central

Xbox Cloud Gaming could be gearing up for an official launch in India — here's what we know (Update: It's live now!)

Microsoft has confirmed now that Xbox Cloud Gaming is rolling out in India! Here's what you need to know.

Windows Central

How I turned a cheap mini PC into a AAA gaming machine — tips for inexpensive and reliable cloud gaming with NVIDIA and Xbox

If you set it up correctly, you can easily play everything from AAA games to indie games using a mini PC. Here's how to do that.

Windows Central

One of the biggest PC hits of the last few years is FINALLY launching on Xbox — get into the factory-building action

Coffee Stain Studios drops the successful factory building simulator, Satisfactory, on Xbox and PlayStation.

Windows Central

Xbox Cloud Gaming just got its biggest upgrade yet — but will anyone pay for it?

Microsoft's big Xbox Cloud Gaming upgrades are rolling out, delivering 1440p resolution at 60 FPS. But, with a 50% price hike in tow — is this going to be the next big thing, or will it struggle like Stadia did previously?

Windows Central

ROG Xbox Ally X (was) back in stock at Currys in the UK — A chance to buy the high-end handheld before it sold out

ASUS' highly anticipated Xbox Ally X has recently launched to the public and quickly sold out in multiple retailers across the United Kingdom. However, we have noticed that the UK store, Currys, has restocked this gaming handheld.

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