In a significant development for the gaming community, Microsoft has officially launched its Xbox app on LG Smart TVs, marking a major step forward in the way gamers can access and enjoy their favorite titles. Initially teased back in January, this exciting new feature allows LG TV users to stream a variety of popular games such as Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Hogwarts Legacy, and many more without the necessity of owning an Xbox console.

The Xbox app is compatible with LG Smart TVs and select monitors that are running on webOS 24 or newer versions. Users can easily locate the app via the LG Apps interface or through the integrated Gaming Portal. To enhance the gaming experience, players only need to pair a supported controller with their TV, and they are ready to dive into action.

In order to fully utilize the Xbox app, users are required to have an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate membership. This subscription service opens up access to an extensive library of games from well-known publishers, including Bethesda, Mojang, Blizzard, and Xbox Game Studios. Remarkably, players can also stream certain titles they already own, such as NBA 2K25, without the need to repurchase them, making it a seamless transition for existing fans.

The Xbox app on LG TVs supports game streaming in 25 countries, including but not limited to the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Japan, and Germany, thus broadening the reach of this innovative service. Furthermore, LGs advanced OLED and QNED technology ensures that users can enjoy 4K upscaled gameplay, which significantly enhances the visual experience for cloud-based games.

This rollout follows Microsofts earlier announcement in January about its plans to expand native Xbox cloud gaming capabilities beyond traditional consoles and PCs. With the Xbox app now live, LG Smart TV owners can truly experience the console-free gaming future that Microsoft has envisioned. This development not only elevates the gaming experience for existing Xbox fans but also opens the door for new players to engage with gaming in an accessible and user-friendly manner.