To stream Xbox games to a Mac, you can use several methods. Here’s a simple guide on how to do it:
1. Using Xbox Cloud Gaming (via Xbox Game Pass)
If you have an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription, you can use Xbox Cloud Gaming (formerly known as Project xCloud) to stream games directly to your Mac.
Steps:
1. Open your Mac’s browser: Use Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, or Safari.
2. Visit the Xbox Cloud Gaming website: Go to [xbox.com/play](https://xbox.com/play).
3. Sign in with your Xbox account: Use the Microsoft account linked to your Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription.
4. Browse available games: Once logged in, you’ll see a list of games available for cloud gaming.
5. Start playing: Select a game and start streaming it directly on your Mac without needing a console.
2. Using Xbox App on Mac (via Remote Play)
Microsoft allows you to stream games from your Xbox to other devices using Xbox Remote Play. To do this on your Mac, you’ll need to use third-party software like “OneCast,” which acts as a bridge to stream Xbox to macOS.
Steps for Xbox Remote Play on Mac (via OneCast):
1. Download OneCast: Go to the [OneCast website](https://www.onecast.me/) and download the macOS version.
2. Install the app: Follow the installation instructions to get OneCast running on your Mac.
3. Sign in with your Xbox account: Open OneCast and log in with your Microsoft account that’s linked to your Xbox console.
4. Connect to your Xbox: Make sure your Xbox console is powered on and connected to the same network as your Mac.
5. Stream your Xbox: Once connected, you can stream your Xbox gameplay to your Mac directly via OneCast.
Note: OneCast is a paid app, but it offers a free trial to test it out.
3. Using Parsec (Alternative Streaming Method)
Parsec is a third-party app that allows you to stream games from a PC or Xbox to your Mac.
Steps for using Parsec:
1. Install Parsec on your Mac: Go to the [Parsec website](https://parsec.app/) and download the macOS version of the app.
2. Set up a PC for streaming: If you have a Windows PC and Xbox console, install Parsec on the PC. Then, use it to stream the console’s display to your Mac.
3. Connect to your Xbox: Parsec can stream the gameplay of the Xbox via the PC to your Mac, although you’ll need to set up the streaming correctly on the PC side.
4. Using the Console Streaming Feature (Direct Streaming)
If you’re connected to the same local network, you can use a feature in the Xbox app on a Windows PC, but for a Mac, using OneCast or another third-party tool is generally more reliable.
Conclusion
If you’re a Game Pass Ultimate subscriber, Xbox Cloud Gaming is the easiest and most convenient way to stream Xbox games directly to your Mac. If you’re looking for an alternative, tools like OneCast and Parsec can also help stream from your Xbox to your Mac.
