Microsoft takes aim at Sony with cloud gaming service

Subscribers to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, which will launch in 22 countries priced at US$14.99 (RM62) monthly, will be able to play more than 150 games via the cloud on Xbox consoles, Android devices and PCs. — Reuters

STOCKHOLM/TOKYO: Microsoft will on Sept 15 launch its Xbox cloud gaming service priced at US$1 (RM4) for new users' first month, in a major drive to attract casual gamers with the promise of cutting ties to the living room and as competition with Sony heats up.

Subscribers to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, priced at US$14.99 (RM62) monthly, will be able to play more than 150 games via the cloud on Xbox consoles, Android devices and PCs.