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Ad-Supported Xbox Cloud Gaming Tier Launching with Free Gameplay Limitations

Microsoft is preparing to launch a new ad-supported tier for Xbox Cloud Gaming, enabling users to play games from the cloud without a subscription, subject to certain limits and advertisements. According to The Verge, Microsoft is already conducting internal tests, allowing employees to access Xbox titles without a Game Pass subscription. This free tier will grant users access to purchased games (from a pre-defined selection) and Free Play Days titles. Each play session, limited to one hour, will begin with a two-minute ad sequence. Players will be able to accumulate up to five hours of free gameplay each month. The Verge reports that this ad-supported Xbox Cloud Gaming tier is anticipated to roll out within the coming months and will be accessible across various devices.

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