Xbox Secures Streaming Rights for Grand Theft Auto VI
• Microsoft has announced that Xbox has secured the streaming rights for the highly anticipated game Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6). According to The Verge, the deal allows Xbox Cloud Gaming to stream the game at its launch in November
• However, the agreement is not exclusive, meaning the game will not be streamed to PCs or other platforms outside Xbox consoles. This announcement comes as Microsoft prepares to roll out a pay-as-you-go option for Xbox Cloud Gaming, enabling users without an Xbox console to stream games by purchasing hourly bundles. The timing aligns with the release of GTA 6, which is expected to attract a significant number of players. Additionally, Microsoft is introducing new streaming hour limits for its Game Pass subscribers starting next month.
Impact & Risks
The deal is expected to boost Xbox Cloud Gaming's user base, particularly among gamers who do not own an Xbox console but wish to play GTA 6. However, the non-exclusive nature of the agreement may limit its competitive advantage over other platforms. The introduction of streaming hour limits for Game Pass subscribers could also lead to dissatisfaction among existing users. Furthermore, the lack of a PC streaming option for GTA 6 might disappoint PC gamers who were hoping to access the game through Xbox Cloud Gaming.
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