How To Use Xbox Remote Play To Stream Games On Windows 10?
After keeping the feature in beta for a long time, Microsoft has finally released Xbox Remote Play for Windows users. It allows PC gamers to enjoy some major titles that their machine might not support. However, if you’re streaming games thanks to the recent update, that won’t be a problem.
Along with Remote Play, Microsoft also bought the xCloud game streaming feature for PC. The biggest difference is that you need an Xbox Game Pass subscription to access xCloud.
On top of that, the two new services have been rolled out in just 22 countries as of now. If PC gamers love the features, Microsoft could launch the new services in other countries sooner rather than later.
Anyway, in this article, we are going to talk about how to stream Xbox games on your Windows 10 PC. Before we go any further, feel free to check out all about Microsoft gaming update right here.
Prerequisites for streaming Xbox games on a Windows 10 PC via Xbox Remote Play
Before you start the steps, you should know the basic system requirements to run Xbox Remote Play:
- An Xbox Series X/S/One console
- A Windows 10 PC: min. 2 GB of RAM and 1.5 GHz CPU
- Xbox controller working
- Xbox app installed on your PC
- Microsoft account that has an Xbox profile
- A good internet connection: anything above 7 Mbps
- Both the Windows 10 PC and your Xbox console must be connected to the same network
Now, if you are ready with the things mentioned above, we can move on to the next step i.e. setting up Remote Play on your Xbox console.
Setting up Xbox Remote Play on your Xbox console
1. Open the guide by pressing the Xbox button on your controller.
2. Head over to Profile & system > Settings > Devices > connections > Remote features.
3. Enable the remote features option.
4. Click Instant-on under power mode.
5. Remote Play is all set on your console.
Setting up Xbox Remote Play on your Windows 10 PC
1. Download the Xbox App for PC.
2. Head over to the console icon next to the search bar on the app.
3. Now select the console you wish to connect to.
4. That’s it, now you can stream Xbox games on your Windows 10 PC.
Once you have completed the steps mentioned above, your console screen will be mirrored to your PC/Laptop. In short, it’s basically like the remote desktop app but for Xbox gaming consoles. Now you can start playing your favorite Xbox games without any problem.
Xbox Remote Play Games List
Through Xbox Remote Play, you can remotely play any Xbox game that is currently installed on your Xbox console. In addition to those titles, you can also stream any game available through the Game Pass subscription. You can check the entire GamePass catalog here.
Here is a list of some of the most popular games that you can play on your Windows 10 PC using Xbox Remote Play.
| Game | Available on GamePass? (Y/N) |
| Halo Infinite | Y |
| Minecraft | Y |
| Forza Horizon 5 | Y |
| Red Dead Redemption 2 | N |
| Elden Ring | N |
| It Takes Two | Y |
| Grand Theft Auto V | N |
| Call Of Duty Vanguard | N |
| Cyberpunk 2077 | N |
Can I use Xbox Remote Play over the internet?
While you can play Xbox games when you’re connected to the same wireless network, you can’t play them over the Internet. In simple terms, if you plan to play some games in your office while your console is at home, it won’t be possible.
To do that, you’d need to use the xCloud service instead, which is part of the Game Pass Ultimate subscription. However, it is currently available in select countries around the world except India.
There you have it, you can now enjoy your favorite Xbox games on your Windows 10 PC. Also, feel free to check out our list of the most anticipated PC games coming in 2022.
FAQs
Can you stream games from Xbox to Windows 10?
Yes, you can stream games running on an Xbox to your Windows 10 PC and play them remotely on your Windows 10 PC. An important condition is that your Xbox and Windows PC are connected to the same local WiFi network.
Can you stream Xbox games on a PC without a console?
Yes and no. This is because, if you plan to stream Xbox games through the cloud gaming service called XCloud, you don’t need a console, just a Game Pass Ultimate subscription (available only in select countries). Whereas, if you are planning to stream Xbox games via Remote Play feature, then you must have an Xbox console nearby.
