GTA 6 is going to be available on Xbox Cloud Gaming (Image via Rockstar ames)
Grand Theft Auto VI was never going to run natively on Xbox One, since Rockstar built it for current-generation hardware. But Xbox One owners aren’t completely shut out. Rockstar’s preload notes confirm that the game will be playable on Xbox One through Xbox Cloud Gaming.
GTA 6 will be available via Xbox Cloud Gaming on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles, according to Rockstar’s preload notes. Alongside the cloud news, Rockstar confirmed that the game targets 30 frames per second on both Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5. A cloud stream already adds latency, and a 30 FPS game is more sensitive to it. That makes the cloud route an appealing option for casual players, though heavy players who sink dozens of hours into GTA 6 could find the costs add up.
Xbox has introduced time limits on Cloud Gaming for Game Pass members, and how long you can stream depends on your subscription tier.
The studio says it built the game from the ground up for current consoles and is pushing them to their limits while keeping the density and detail of Leonida intact. On the cloud, the game uses Xbox Series S graphics settings. Rockstar adds that, as with all streaming, connection speeds and other technical factors can affect performance in ways that wouldn’t matter for local play. The game also fully supports Remote Play on both PlayStation and Xbox. For Xbox One owners, that’s worth keeping in mind. Expect the experience to depend heavily on your internet connection. Check your Game Pass plan and how much cloud time it includes. It is worth noting that the main catch on Xbox Cloud Gaming is playtime. You can buy extra time once you run out. For someone stuck on Xbox One, topping up cloud hours could cost less than buying a new Xbox Series console, which isn’t cheap right now.