Microsoft Rolls Out Standalone Cloud Playtime Packs to Xbox Insiders

Gadgets360 - Oct 22, 2026

Xbox is rolling out Cloud playtime packs for Xbox Insiders, allowing them to access cloud streaming without a Game Pass subscription. Cloud playtime packs offer 10, 25, and 50 hours of cloud streaming at introductory launch prices of $3.99, $7.99, and $11.99, respectively. The packs will be available to Xbox users widely starting in November.

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