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Microsoft continues to expand cloud gaming and is making the Xbox app available on more devices. This time, Hisense TVs running Vidaa OS are receiving support, enabling users to play games from Xbox Game Pass without having to buy a console. The update is being rolled out gradually and covers millions of TVs from 2024 to 2026.
Hisense TVs with Vidaa OS get the Xbox app
Microsoft announced it has begun rolling out the Xbox app to TVs running Vidaa OS, including compatible models from Hisense. The rollout covers devices manufactured between 2024 and 2026 that run Vidaa OS 9.6 or later. After installing the relevant update, the app will appear automatically on the TV's home screen. This lets users launch games without connecting an Xbox console to the TV. All that's needed is an active Xbox Game Pass subscription and a compatible Bluetooth controller. Microsoft emphasizes that both Xbox and PlayStation controllers are supported, which makes the service more convenient to use. The company is steadily expanding its cloud gaming strategy by making the app available on a growing number of devices. The Xbox app has already arrived on Samsung and LG TVs and on Amazon Fire TV devices. Now Vidaa-based models are joining that group.
Xbox Game Pass without a console, but with some limitations
The biggest advantage of the app is the ability to run games without owning an Xbox Series X or Series S console. All titles are streamed directly from Microsoft's servers, so a stable internet connection is all that's needed. Users can play both games available through Xbox Game Pass and selected games they previously bought digitally that support cloud play. Promoted titles include Forza Horizon 6 and Halo: Campaign Evolved. It's worth noting, however, that the app on TVs still provides up to 1080p SDR. Features like 4K, HDR and Dolby Atmos remain available only on the Xbox Series X console. Microsoft says it will continue expanding the app's availability to additional platforms. For now owners of Hisense with Google TV sets cannot use the solution, but according to earlier announcements support for that platform should arrive later this year. This is another step toward making Xbox games available on as many devices as possible.
The Xbox app is now available on select Hisense TVs running Vidaa OS 9.6, enabling cloud gaming without a console. All you need is an Xbox Game Pass subscription, a compatible Bluetooth controller, and the necessary TV update. Although the service is still limited to 1080p SDR, Microsoft is steadily developing its vision of gaming available on virtually any screen.
source: flatpanelshd
