The controllers releasing with the Xbox Series X will be Bluetooth-compatible, so gamers who upgrade this holiday season will clear one barrier to using Project xCloud. There are options that currently work, like Xbox One X Controllers, but it's likely that many players don't have these upgraded versions on hand. Everyone who has been using standard Xbox One controllers won't have a controller that works with Project xCloud. Perhaps the biggest hurdle at the outset is the controller restrictions. Microsoft is offering a sizable library of games from the start, so players are less at risk of bouncing off the service simply because they aren't interested in the games on hand. Project xCloud looks to make an impressive entrance when it launches on September 15th. Does Project xCloud Offer Touch Controls? Gamers will also need a Bluetooth-compatible Xbox Wireless Controller (sorry, the controllers that came with standard Xbox One purchases don't meet that qualification) and 5Ghz Wi-Fi or a mobile data connection with 10Mbps down. Combining the two, however, means that players will have dozens of games available to stream from the moment they sign up. Players will also need an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate membership Project xCloud is not currently offered as a standalone service. Microsoft had been hoping to offer Project xCloud on iOS devices but has been blocked by Apple, who has put major hurdles in place for any service wishing to offer cloud gaming through their devices. First and foremost, Project xCloud will only work on Android devices running version 6.0 or higher and Bluetooth of 4.0 or higher. ![]() Microsoft has detailed out several items players will need to check off before they're ready to start streaming. Related: Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Adding EA Play For Free This Holiday Season
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