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Xbox truly is trying to bring games to any screen and any device, and has now just launched a beta version of Xbox Cloud Gaming for Meta Quest headsets. The app will be compatible with Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest 3, and Meta Quest Pro, and you can download it on your headset right now if you feel like diving in.
You will still need a subscription to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate to use the app. But this lets you experience your cloud games in a whole new way. On a massive virtual screen. Microsoft says you’ll need an Xbox controller and a high-speed internet connection. Your headset also has to be updated to the latest software. If you meet that criteria then you can check out hundreds of games in a totally new way. Imagine playing Starfield in VR on a screen that’s much bigger than you physically have.
Xbox cloud gaming on Meta Quest will support multiple controllers
The fact that this is available is already a good value for Meta Quest headset owners. But what makes it better is that you can use a variety of controller types to play games. The Xbox Wireless controller will work of course. But you can also use the DualShock 4, a Nintendo Switch Pro controller, and some other supported Bluetooth gamepads. Meta and Microsoft both state that Bluetooth gamepads are needed. But, the list of controllers that are confirmed to have support is small.
With this in mind, you might not have a controller that works. But it’s still worth testing. The Verge notes that the PS5’s DualSense controllers won’t currently work. But Meta does confirm that support will be added in the future. Additionally, the app supports multiple screen size options. The app is available in a wide variety of languages from English to Korean. So no matter where you live there’s a good chance this will be available. Honestly, it should be available in regions where the app is already available on other platforms.