Samsung will allow game streaming on older Smart TVs

A SAMSUNG Game streaming will be brought to smart TV models released in 2020allows users to play games without the need for a connected console. The news surfaced last week during Gamescom 2023.

According to South Korean giant Mike Lucero’s product manager for games, online gaming platforms support will be available on older TVs by the end of this year. The executive did not detail which models will be covered, but these are likely to include low-cost options such as the Crystal series.

“Today, we are pleased to announce that we will expand cloud gaming applications to our 2020 model TVs towards the end of this year, providing tens of millions of gamers with access to their favorite games and services,” said Lucero. At the event, the company also unveiled two new curved gaming monitors.

With cloud gaming coming to more Samsung TVs, the user will be able to connect the Bluetooth control to the device to optimize the experienceAccording to the tech giant, 90% of wireless joysticks are compatible. There is also the possibility of using virtual controllers.

Access requires subscription

Accessing Game Streaming on Old Samsung TVs Available through individual apps, not through Gaming Hubas in the brand’s newest televisions. Once support becomes available, the owner of the device should go to the device’s app store and check its availability.

The manufacturer has not announced which apps will be supported, but Options like Xbox Cloud Gaming and NVIDIA GeForce are available NOWamongst others, according to SamMobile. That is, users who want to take advantage of the innovation must subscribe to one of the compatible services.

When it comes to the Microsoft platform, Xbox Game Pass membership starts at $19.99 per monthGeForce NOW has prices starting at 51.90 BRL per month. Having a good connection speed is essential to get the best experience while playing online on both services.