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Microsoft has announced a new partnership with cloud gaming provider Boosteroid. The partnership will leverage Microsoft’s Azure cloud computing platform and Boosteroid’s cloud gaming infrastructure to expand the availability of games to players who may not have access to high-end gaming hardware.
This means that Call of Duty and other games from Activision-Blizzard will end up on the service.
The announcement is part of Microsoft’s broader strategy to expand its gaming offerings and reach a wider audience. However, it may be another way Microsoft proves it’s not just trying to make Call of Duty exclusive.
Microsoft Partners With Boosteroid Cloud Gaming
As found in a tweet from CharlieIntel, Microsoft seems more than happy to announce the inclusivity of Activion’s Call of Duty.
Phil Spencer, Head of Xbox at Microsoft said, “Bringing Xbox PC games to Boosteroid members, including Activision Blizzard titles such as ‘Call of Duty’ once the deal closes, is yet another step in realizing that vision.”
Boosteroid, based in Europe, provides cloud gaming services to users in over 30 countries. The company’s cloud infrastructure allows users to stream games on a variety of devices, including smartphones, tablets, and smart TVs.
Boosteroid believes partnering with Microsoft is a significant step for them to expand their cloud gaming offerings. Ivan Sorokin, CEO of Boosteroid said, “It has long been our goal to provide gamers with an opportunity to enjoy their favorite titles on any device close at hand.”
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While specific details of the partnership have not been announced, the press release on Microsoft News reveals pieces of it. The announcement highlights the increasing importance of cloud technology in the gaming industry and the potential for partnerships between traditional gaming companies and cloud providers.
The partnership with Boosteroid is just the latest move in Microsoft’s efforts to close its deal with Activision. Sony has been fighting back and saying that Microsoft will make the games exclusive, like with Bethesda’s purchase. However, this deal, paired with that of Nintendo, will keep Call of Duty for many consoles for 10 years, which is against what Sony claims.
If the purchase passes through and Sony does not sign a deal, it may soon be the only console without Call of Duty.
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