Microsoft Teases Lower-Priced Xbox Cloud Tier, Unveils Custom Cloud Silicon
Microsoft’s Xbox team is hinting at a cheaper, more accessible tier for its Xbox Cloud Gaming service beyond the current $19.99/month Game Pass Ultimate. VP Jason Ronald teased wider regional launches and new access options, just ahead of Nvidia’s big GeForce Now announcement. Meanwhile, Microsoft and AMD are building custom silicon for next-gen cloud streaming, neural rendering, and AI features—some debuting on the upcoming Xbox Ally X handheld with its own NPU chip.