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GeForce NOW vs Xbox Cloud Gaming: which fits your games?
Start with GeForce NOW for supported PC games you own. Check Xbox Cloud Gaming for games included with an eligible Game Pass plan. Your three most-played games should decide the shortlist.
Comparison · 28 Sept 2026
GeForce NOW vs Shadow PC: games or a full Windows PC?
Check GeForce NOW for supported games you want to launch with less setup. Consider Shadow PC when you need a Windows desktop for launchers, tools or a particular mod setup.
Comparison · 28 Sept 2026
Xbox Cloud Gaming vs Shadow PC: which should you choose?
Check Xbox Cloud Gaming for games in an eligible Game Pass cloud catalogue. Consider Shadow PC when you need to install PC games and software yourself. Budget for the games and setup as well as the subscription.
Service guide · 28 Sept 2026
GeForce NOW: games, plans and limits explained
What GeForce NOW actually gives you, how far 100 hours goes, and what to check before you pay.
Service guide · 28 Sept 2026
Xbox Cloud Gaming: games, access and upcoming limits
Which Game Pass plans include cloud play, what you can stream, and the hour limits Xbox has announced for November 2026.
Service guide · 28 Sept 2026
Shadow PC: when a full cloud PC makes sense
What a full Windows cloud PC gives you, the advertised US offers and limits, and how to plan storage before you pay.
Guide · 21 Sept 2026
How to test your connection for cloud gaming
Test the route to the gaming service, then play. Use this checklist to compare your normal Wi-Fi setup with Ethernet and spot what changes.
Guide · 21 Sept 2026
Cloud gaming requirements: speed, devices and data use
Your broadband speed is only one part of the setup. Check the route to the service, your device and the amount of data you'll use.