[아이뉴스24 안희권 기자] Microsoft (MS), which has been working on cloud game x cloud services since last year, is testing web-based x cloud game services to expand compatibility.
Microsoft’s xcloud game service can be used on devices such as Android, but cannot be used on iOS devices. However, when the web-based xcloud service starts, it runs without problems if you install a browser such as Safari on the iPhone, iPad, or iMac.
The video game market consists of Sony PlayStation 5 (PS5), Microsoft’s Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. Microsoft is trying to expand service users by allowing Xbox users to use the xcloud game service through a browser on Apple devices.
However, the xcloud game does not support 4K resolution, unlike Google’s Stadiana or Amazon Luna service. This was analyzed because x Cloud is using the Xbox One S server blade. It will be possible when Microsoft updates this server to the Xbox Series X.
Last year, Microsoft took over Bethesda, the world’s largest game developer and distributor, to activate cloud game services. With this acquisition, Microsoft is expected to further enhance its Xbox video game service as it will be able to acquire top-notch game experts, resources, intellectual property rights (IP), and technology.
Microsoft is expanding its game content supply capacity by actively acquiring game makers. Microsoft acquired eight game studios, increasing the number of game makers from 15 to 23.
The cloud video game market that Microsoft is targeting is expected to reach $4.5 billion in 2024 from 500 million dollars in 2019.
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