Report: Microsoft Xbox Secures Exclusive GTA 6 Cloud Streaming Rights
Microsoft Xbox has reportedly secured exclusive cloud streaming rights for Grand Theft Auto VI at launch. This would allow PC players to access the game via cloud services immediately upon release, bypassing the need for a dedicated PC version.
Microsoft's Xbox service has reportedly secured an exclusive agreement for cloud streaming rights to Grand Theft Auto VI upon its release. If accurate, this deal would enable PC players to access the game through cloud services right at launch, potentially circumventing the wait for a native PC port.
The Verge has reported that Xbox cloud streaming will be the sole method for playing GTA 6 via the cloud during its initial launch period. Xbox's cloud streaming is accessible across numerous devices, including PCs, smart TVs, and mobile devices. The partnership is rumored to take effect in November, coinciding with the game's release.
While the cloud version may not feature the performance customization or modding capabilities of a native PC release, it offers a viable alternative for players unwilling to wait for Rockstar Games' PC version. Microsoft recently adjusted cloud streaming time limits for Xbox Game Pass subscribers, and a separate pay-per-play model is expected to launch in November.
The move comes amid significant competition for the game's release. PlayStation has already secured marketing partnerships and released a special edition controller. The Xbox cloud deal appears to be a strategic response, aiming to provide a new avenue for players to experience the highly anticipated title.