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Microsoft Slams Apple’s 30% Fee, Calls it a Barrier for Xbox Cloud Gaming on iOS
Microsoft has shed light on why its Xbox Cloud Gaming service is absent from iOS, despite Apple’s allowance for cloud gaming apps on the App Store.
In late July, Microsoft responded to this inquiry, highlighting that while Apple technically permits cloud gaming apps, the existing regulations impose significant challenges that are difficult to overcome. One of Microsoft’s primary grievances revolves around Apple’s App Store policies, which mandate that all subscriptions and features available on iOS devices must be offered through in-app purchases. Apple’s high commission, coupled with the need to use its in-app purchase system, places significant financial strain on cloud gaming providers, leading Microsoft to forgo bringing its service to iOS.
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