Microsoft: Grand Theft Auto 6 Won't Stream to PC via Xbox Cloud Gaming
Xbox strategy chief Matthew Ball said Grand Theft Auto 6 will not be streamed exclusively or to PC, and remains set for an Xbox launch on November 19.
Microsoft has clarified that Grand Theft Auto 6 will not be available to stream to PC through Xbox Cloud Gaming, according to GameSpot. The statement follows an earlier report that the company had secured exclusive streaming rights to the game.
Xbox chief strategy officer Matthew Ball said the game will not be streaming exclusively or to PC. He added that Grand Theft Auto 6 is still planned to launch on Xbox on November 19.
The earlier report, from The Verge, claimed Microsoft had secured exclusive game-streaming rights for Grand Theft Auto 6, citing sources familiar with the company's plans. It followed comments from Xbox CEO Asha Sharma, who told employees that Microsoft was preparing to do something with Grand Theft Auto 6 that "no other platform holder is doing."
Rockstar Games has yet to announce a PC version of Grand Theft Auto 6. The game is officially confirmed for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Separately, Microsoft is making changes to Xbox Cloud Gaming in November, including a pay-as-you-go option and adjustments to cloud gaming time across Game Pass tiers.
Quick answers
Will Grand Theft Auto 6 be available on PC through Xbox Cloud Gaming?
No. Microsoft said Grand Theft Auto 6 will not be available to stream to PC via Xbox Cloud Gaming.
When does Grand Theft Auto 6 launch on Xbox?
Xbox chief strategy officer Matthew Ball said the game is still planned to launch on Xbox on November 19.
Which platforms is Grand Theft Auto 6 confirmed for?
Rockstar Games has officially confirmed the game for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. A PC version has not been announced.