Surface Duo can be a crazy co-op machine with Xbox xCloud and Google Stadia
Two screens really are better than one.
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Microsoft has been pretty clear that the newSurface Duois very much aimed at boosting your productivity, but no one said it can’t up your co-op game, too. In a setup that looks truly ridiculous (and very awesome), Reddit userkxxstarr showed offtheir Surface Duo running bothXbox Cloud Gaming (née xCloud)andGoogle’sStadiagame streaming at the same time. The result is what could be the most amusing co-op setup ever.
The photo posted to reddit shows xCloud running the Halo Master Chief Collection on the top screen while Stadia is running Destiny 2 below. Askxxstarr notes, because the Xbox controller works over Bluetooth and the Stadia controller works over Wi-Fi, you can open both, then tap the Xbox screen to make it the focus and play both at the same time. Just say goodnight to your battery.
Look, this certainly isn’t something that’s going to be a “system seller” for Surface Duo. But while it may besuperniche, it’s incredibly cool nonetheless.
After months of beta testing, Xbox Cloud Gaming is set to officially launch on September 15 and it’ll be available as part of everyXbox Game Pass Ultimatesubscription.
Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’ll be adding this to the list of reasons I need a Surface Duo.
Two screens are better than one
Microsoft delves into the future of foldables with an ambitious dual-screen device, featuring two ultra-thin 5.6-inch AMOLED displays bound by a 360-degree hinge. This pocketable inking-enabled Android smartphone marks the latest in the Surface lineup, geared for mobile productivity.
Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Live Gold in one
Xbox Game Pass gives you access to over a hundred games for one monthly fee. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate also adds Xbox Live Gold to the package so you can play online with your friends.
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