Xbox Live support has confirmed a major outage with cloud gaming and remote play earlier this evening. The company shared a statement on Xbox Live, acknowledging the problem and assuring users that they are working on resolving the issue as quickly as possible. This outage has left many gamers frustrated and unable to access their favorite games through the cloud gaming service.
Microsoft has been sacrificing growing its Xbox Series X / S sales numbers since launch as a tradeoff for investment in cloud and gaming services. This strategic decision shows the company's commitment to providing a robust and reliable cloud gaming experience for its users.
Xbox reports that some of the Xbox Live services are currently experiencing 'major outages' and keeping users from playing online. This includes issues with cloud gaming, multiplayer features, and other online functionalities. The company is actively working to address these problems and restore normal service as soon as possible.
Frustrated gamers took to social media to have a moan about the connectivity issues with a number of popular gaming platforms and games. Many users expressed their disappointment and annoyance at not being able to access their games through the cloud gaming service, highlighting the impact these outages have on the gaming community.
NVIDIA GeForce Now is down, and users cannot connect to its servers for all gaming needs. One of the top-rated cloud gaming services in the industry, GeForce Now's outage is another blow to gamers looking to enjoy their favorite titles through cloud streaming.
The cloud gaming platform says it can't provide quality service in 'the current circumstances.' This cryptic message has left users wondering about the specific challenges and issues facing the platform, and when they can expect a resolution to the ongoing problems.
GTA V appears to be increasing Xbox cloud gaming wait times due to its immense popularity. GTA 5 and GTA Online once again made their way to the top of the charts, causing delays for players trying to access the game through cloud gaming services.
Fortnite's massive live event impacted Xbox and the Epic Games Store. The popular battle royale game's event caused disruptions for players on Xbox cloud gaming, highlighting the interconnected nature of online gaming services and the potential for widespread issues during major events.
Xbox Live, Microsoft's online video game service, and Xbox Game Pass, its cloud gaming service, were down for an extended time on Thursday. This outage affected a wide range of users and games, leading to frustration and inconvenience for many gamers who rely on these services for their gaming experiences.
