Xbox Cloud Gaming's "Stream Your Own Game" function now available on the Xbox PC app for Insiders
In a significant move for gamers, Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription service has expanded its 'Stream Your Own Game' feature to PC and a variety of other devices. This update allows players to stream their own Xbox games, including day one releases, on multiple platforms without the need for local installation.
The 'Stream Your Own Game' feature initially launched in April 2025, exclusively for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles. However, it has since evolved, with its support extending to TVs, browser-based devices, and Meta Quest headsets by November 2024. As of July 2025, the feature is now available on PCs via the Xbox PC app for Xbox Insiders with Game Pass Ultimate subscriptions.
The list of games for 'Stream Your Own Game' has grown significantly, now including popular titles such as Assassin's Creed Shadows, Final Fantasy 16, and Subnautica. This feature provides a way to play games across PC even if they don't support Xbox Play Anywhere.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is a subscription service that grants users access to a vast library of games on their preferred platform, whether it's Xbox consoles, PC, or through the Cloud. To stream your own game, you need to purchase a copy of the game and have a subscription to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
The broader launch of the "Stream Your Own Game" update for the Xbox PC app is yet to be announced. The Xbox Ally partner handheld device, scheduled to launch in 2025, will also launch into the Xbox PC app, allowing players to install and use other storefronts.
Subscribing to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate ensures users never miss out on new content coming to the service. The service allows players to access day one Xbox games on various platforms, including Xbox consoles, PC, and through the Cloud on a range of devices.
The Xbox PC team has been working on the app, with previous updates bringing support for PC storefront aggregation. By signing up to join the Xbox Insider Program, players can test advanced features ahead of wider launches across Xbox consoles and the Xbox PC app.
The Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription is available for purchase at Amazon, Best Buy, and CDKeys. With this subscription, users can stream Xbox first-party titles and numerous other games in the Game Pass library. The subscription does not specify a limitation to the number of devices it can be used on, making it a versatile option for gamers.
In conclusion, the evolution of the 'Stream Your Own Game' feature on Xbox Cloud Gaming has expanded its support to various devices and enhanced the user experience. This update offers a convenient way for gamers to play their own Xbox games on various devices without the need for local installation, provided they have a stable internet connection and meet the specific subscription requirements.
- The 'Stream Your Own Game' feature, initially available only on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles, has now expanded to include PCs via the Xbox PC app for Xbox Insiders with Game Pass Ultimate subscriptions.
- With the latest update, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers can stream their own Xbox games, including titles like Assassin's Creed Shadows, Final Fantasy 16, and Subnautica, on PC without requiring local installation.
- Apart from PC, the 'Stream Your Own Game' feature is also available on a variety of devices, such as TVs, browser-based devices, Meta Quest headsets, and Microsoft's upcoming Xbox Ally partner handheld device.
- The Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription, available for purchase at platforms like Amazon, Best Buy, and CDKeys, allows users to stream Xbox first-party titles and numerous other games in the Game Pass library on multiple devices without any device limitation.
