Yesterday, Xbox announced a new feature for XBOX Cloud Gaming, Cloud Playtime, for Xbox Insiders.
A new feature for XBOX Cloud Gaming will be available for XBOX Insiders starting today. Details are in the blog post linked here: https://t.co/9E6EC26VU2
— XBOX Insider (@XBOXInsider) October 21, 2026
Cloud Playtime is available for Xbox Insiders
Xbox Insiders can try a new way to stream games by purchasing Cloud Playtime without a Game Pass subscription.
This preview gives Xbox Insiders who do not have an active Game Pass subscription an early look at the new option before it rolls out more broadly in November. During the preview, Xbox Insiders can purchase cloud playtime, stream games on supported devices, and share feedback.
Cloud playtime is available to Insiders at introductory launch pricing:
- 10hrs for $3.99
- 25hrs for $7.99
- 50hrs for $11.99
Cloud playtime packs provide an ad-free cloud gaming experience, including shorter wait times, high-quality streaming, and playtime that remains available until it’s used.
Further, Xbox Insiders can also try cloud gaming for free with ads, giving players another option for accessing cloud gaming without a Game Pass subscription.
If you still aren’t part of the Xbox Insider Program yet and want to get early access to new features, you can join the Program by downloading the Xbox Insider Hub for Xbox Series X|S & Xbox One or Windows PC.
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