Sources claim that the the experience runs comfortably at 60 fps and that Microsoft is seeing it as its next big project, rather than just some experimental tech. L
ast month, Microsoft published a report on a project named Outatime, which lets users play games over the firm’s Azure cloud network.
According to the report, Microsoft has already successfully trialed the new system with two games: role-playing title Fable 3 and first-person shooter Doom 3. Researchers were apparently impressed with the seamless gameplay, the lack of lag and the responsiveness of the service.
The service, which is reminiscent of Sony’s PlayStation Now platform, is apparently not perfect just yet. One main problem would be game licensing, so Microsoft will have to cut a deal with publishers who will likely fear the service could interfere with their PC game sales.
Another speed bump that Microsoft will have to consider is the implication of cutting out the console, particularly as the Xbox One is still trailing behind the Sony PS4. That’s all we know for now, but stay tuned as we’ll update you when we hear more.
