Get ready to ditch your Xbox console, because Microsoft and Amazon have teamed up to bring the Xbox app to Fire TV devices starting in July. This exciting news means you can enjoy a vast library of games through Xbox Cloud Gaming, all powered by your Game Pass Ultimate subscription. No more needing a dedicated console to play blockbuster titles like Starfield, Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2, and the Fallout series.
The Xbox app leverages Cloud Gaming technology, allowing you to stream a massive selection of games from the Xbox library directly to your Fire TV device. This means access to a constantly evolving collection of first- and third-party titles, including many that launch directly on Game Pass.
To get started, all you need is a compatible Fire TV Stick (4K Max or 4K), a Bluetooth controller, and your Game Pass Ultimate subscription. Simply connect your controller and start playing – it’s as simple as that!
While you don’t need a console, you will need a stable internet connection for cloud streaming. And, naturally, the quality of your gaming experience will depend on the speed and reliability of your internet connection.
“We’re excited to work with Microsoft to bring the Xbox app to select Fire TV devices so customers can enjoy a vast library of high-quality games, allowing them to play amazing titles without the need for a console,” said Fire TV Vice President Daniel Rausch in a press release. “Now customers have even more ways to play the games they love, wherever they are, with just a compatible Fire TV Stick, Bluetooth controller, and Game Pass Ultimate membership.”
Even if you don’t currently have a Fire TV device, you can easily turn your TV into one by purchasing a Fire TV Stick. These sticks are also compatible with the Xbox app, expanding your gaming options even further.
If you have multiple TVs in your home, you can potentially install the Xbox app on a Fire TV Stick and move it between different devices, bringing your gaming experience to any screen.
While the exact release date is still under wraps, the Xbox app will be available in over 25 countries when it launches. So, get ready to play your favorite games in a whole new way, right on your TV, without the need for a bulky console.
