The Vergecast · Thursday, September 3, 2026
Microsoft is reducing cloud gaming access to 15 hours per month for Game Pass Ultimate subscribers, a decrease from previously unlimited hours. The company claims this change will only affect about 4% of users. Additionally, Microsoft announced a new pay-as-you-go option for cloud gaming, though pricing details have not yet been released.
“Microsoft is slashing cloud gaming access to just 15 hours a month on Game Pass Ultimate plans. It previously included unlimited hours. But Microsoft says the change should only impact 4% of users.”
“It also announced it's releasing a new pay as you go option for cloud gaming. Price info for that has not been announced yet.”