Xbox Cloud Gaming Gets a Game-Changing Upgrade: Play Hit Titles Instantly on Any Device

Xbox Cloud Gaming just picked up its biggest upgrade of 2025, and it’s rolling out to players worldwide today. The July update unlocks “Stream Your Own Game” on the Xbox PC app, folds console-only titles into your cloud library, and even lets you earn Microsoft Rewards while you play—cementing Microsoft’s plan to let you take your entire Xbox library anywhere you have an internet connection. Stream Your Own Games Hits PCs Game Pass Ultimate members in all 28 supported regions can now cloud-stream 250+ games they personally own—including blockbuster series like Assassin’s Creed and Saints Row—directly from the Xbox PC app. No downloads, no installs, and no storage limits: launch, play, and pick up progress across devices in seconds. How to Start Streaming on PC 1. Update the Xbox PC app and sign in with your Game Pass Ultimate account. 2. Select the new “Cloud Gaming” tab. 3. Open the “Stream Your Own Game” filter; every supported title you own appears automatically. 4. Click Play—your save data syncs from console to cloud instantly. Cross-Device Play History Unifies Your Library An Insider preview of “Play History” now tracks every session across console, PC, mobile, and the web, so you can jump from Xbox Series X to a browser without losing momentum. All cloud-playable console exclusives—spanning original Xbox to Series X|S—are grouped inside the same PC library for one-click streaming. Microsoft Rewards, Now Inside Your Games A new panel in the Xbox PC app shows your live Rewards score. Earn points for daily play, weekly quests, and month-long milestones, then redeem them for gift cards and Game Pass time—no third-party browser extensions required. Why This Update Matters • More flexibility: Eliminates the console requirement for hundreds of purchased titles. • Faster discovery: Single library view means fewer menu hops and more time playing. • Value boost: Rewards integration turns everyday gaming into tangible perks. • Future-ready: Sets the stage for upcoming Xbox handhelds, VR headsets, and smart-TV apps that rely on the same cloud backbone. Upcoming Additions You Should Watch • Mouse-and-keyboard cloud support expands with Police Simulator this month. • Touch-enabled titles such as South of Midnight keep mobile sessions controller-free. • Retro Classics partnership pushes Activision & Blizzard catalogues past 100 cloud-ready games. Quick FAQ Q: Do I need Game Pass Ultimate to stream games I already own? A: Yes—the streaming infrastructure is tied to Ultimate. Q: Does “Stream Your Own Game” use my console as a host? A: No, the titles run on Microsoft’s datacenters; your console can stay powered off. Q: What connection speed is recommended? A: Microsoft suggests 20 Mbps for 1080p; lower bandwidth scales resolution automatically. Bottom line With “Stream Your Own Game,” Xbox Cloud Gaming leaves its Game Pass-only phase behind and turns every purchase you’ve ever made into an instant-on, device-agnostic experience. If you’ve been waiting to dive into the cloud, the best time to start is right now—just open the Xbox PC app and press play.