Xbox cloud gaming has officially arrived for Amazon Fire TV sticks to play some of the latest and greatest releases. Although there are some caveats, users can play games directly from the Xbox app.
First of all, this service is only available to Game Pass Ultimate subscribers, which is the most expensive tier at around $17 per month. Also, it only works with Fire TV Stick 4K and Fire TV Stick 4K Max. Both of these are recent releases, though the Xbox press release states that more devices will get the functionality later. We’ve already considered the Fire TV Stick 4K Max but now it also applies to AAA games.
Finally, you’ll need a compatible Bluetooth-enabled wireless controller, but there’s no shortage of those around. You want to make sure you pick one with the familiar Xbox button layout, so we recommend something like this . However, anything with the right buttons and Bluetooth should work. This includes real Xbox gamepads.
So what can you play if you meet the criteria above? Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is probably the best game streaming platform on the planet and gives you access to a huge library. Includes recent AAA releases like this one Starfield and Forza Horizon 5 and as popular indies Sea of stars and The door of death. Like any streaming platform, titles come and go at will.
A Game Pass Ultimate subscription also gives you access to online multiplayer games, day one releases () and various discounts. Subscribers even get a bonus EA Play membership.
