- You have probably ever wondered if it is possible to play Xbox games on your PC.
- For the best experience, you should have an active Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription
- What are the alternatives when it comes to running Xbox games on PC from there?
There is no doubt, if you are really a fan of this Microsoft console, that you have ever wondered if it is possible to play Xbox games on your PC. The first good news we have to give you, and you may even already know it, is that You can indeed run Xbox games on Windows, but how to do it?
In a very summarized way, the options you have to enjoy your favorite Xbox titles on computers include streaming from the console to your computer, downloading and installing a quality emulator, or directly have an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription and stream from the cloud.
So, the first big news compared to if we had written this article some time ago, is that now you can play many of your favorite Xbox games on PC without even having the console with you. basically just you need is the Xbox app and an active subscription to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
How to play Xbox games on PC step by step?
Without detracting from the old streaming system or cool emulators you can download and install, currently the easiest way to enjoy Xbox games on your PC is to get the Xbox app on your PC. Whenever you use a device with Windows operating system, be it Windows 10 or Windows 11, this app should appear in the Start menu because it comes pre-installed. If not, you can download it from the Xbox website. Just remember that it doesn’t work on versions prior to Windows 10, so don’t even download it on those.
On the other hand, it is clear that the subscription to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is not free. But, for little money you can access hundreds of games for Xbox and PC, including some of the best titles on these consoles. Also keep in mind that you can become a member from the Xbox app or from the Game Pass Ultimate website.
Once you’ve signed up, you can sign in to the Xbox app wherever it’s installed.
Alternative 1
You can download and play your own Xbox games that have been transferred to your PC. You will find the titles available under this mechanism in the Xbox app on Windows. Go to Store, select the game to buy and download. Once the download is complete, you can open the game and start playing on your PCwithout having to do anything else.
Alternative 2
You can stream Xbox games to your PC from the cloud. They will run on Microsoft servers, of course. Even when your PC doesn’t have a lot of graphics power, it will work just fine. Of course, some drivers will be needed.
Alternative 3
As long as your Xbox and PC are connected to the same network, you can stream games from one to the other. As you can see in the image below, in this case an icon for the Xbox console will appear in the upper left corner of the screen. If you hover over it it will say Consoles, and from there you can stream your games.
For clarification, the feature only works with Xbox One consoles and not Xbox Series X or Series S consoles.
That being said, you have to click on the button and select your Xbox console from the dropdown menu, then press the X button to confirm the connection. When you do, your PC screen will begin to display exactly what your Xbox is displaying. You will have established a transmission that depends on the stability and speed of your WiFi network although, in general, the performance of this feature is usually very good.
How to cancel Xbox Game Pass from your PC?
To cancel a subscription to Xbox Game Pass or any of its variants, you need to go to the Microsoft Subscription & Services web page. Once you’re logged in, find the subscription and go to Manage. Within this menu look for the Payment Settings, and under that legend you will find the button to cancel it.
Other ways to play Xbox games on PC
Beyond resorting to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, as we said there are other ways to play Xbox games on PC. There are always emulators for original Microsoft consoles like Xbox and Xbox 360, and we can recommend some like Xemu and Xenia respectively. It’s a pity that for Xbox One we don’t have reliable emulators to advise you to download and install. Or not as much as those two.
Have you been able to play Xbox games on your PC? Which of the alternatives we reviewed do you feel comfortable with?
