https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/xbox-cloud-gaming-s-new-hourly-cap-is-reportedly-set-exactly-where-microsoft-stops-making-money-on-itContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/xbox-cloud-gaming-s-new-hourly-cap-is-reportedly-set-exactly-where-microsoft-stops-making-money-on-ithttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/xbox-cloud-gaming-s-new-hourly-cap-is-reportedly-set-exactly-where-microsoft-stops-making-money-on-it#u59547Mon, 07 Sep 2026 06:12:33 +0000Microsoft is limiting Game Pass subscribers to 15 hours of cloud gaming per month to combat rising operational costs. This change introduces a pay-as-you-go model for users who exceed the limit. The move coincides with an expansion of the Xbox app to TCL smart TVs. While the cap affects a minority of the user base, it represents a shift away from the previously unlimited streaming model for subscribers.Why it mattersCloud gaming requires significant server infrastructure and bandwidth, leading to escalating expenses for the provider. These limits ensure the service remains financially sustaina