About Xbox Console Companion
The Xbox app brings together your friends, games, and accomplishments across Xbox One and Windows 10 devices. The best multiplayer gaming just got better. Join clubs – or create your own – where you can go to play and chat with friends and other gamers like you. Find games with like-minded players by checking Looking for Group posts, or post one that fits your own objectives and play style. Get instant access to chat, sharing, parties, Game DVR, and achievements across PC and Xbox One. Keep track of your game clips and screenshots and download them straight to your Windows 10 PC. Take the brakes off chat when you use a keyboard for messaging with friends on Xbox Live. Stream your favorite games and entertainment from Xbox One to a Windows 10 PC while using your Xbox One controller. Disclaimer: Broadband internet required (ISP fees apply). Xbox Live features only available with supported games. Online multiplayer (including streaming with multiplayer) and some features of Game DVR on Xbox One require Xbox Live Gold subscription (sold separately). Stream to one device at a time.
- The app searches for the PS4 console that you set up in Set up your PS4 console, and then connects. After it connects, the screen of your PS4 console displays on your Mac and you can start using Remote Play. From the second time onwards, you’ll be able to select the console that you connected to previously.
- Xbox Console Companion Download Xbox Game App If you have an Xbox One, though, you’ve now got a decent alternative for streaming games to your Mac in the form of the new OneCast app.
Publisher: Microsoft
Publisher Website: microsoft.com
Invite your friends to an Xbox party to chat while you play a game or watch a show on your Xbox Series X S or Xbox One console. To start a party, either you or someone on the Xbox console you’re using must have an Xbox Live Gold or Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription. OneCast runs natively on iOS, without requiring complex workarounds. Supports HD 1080p video for crisp, smooth gameplay. Various control methods including any MFi game controller and the built in virtual on-screen controller. Highly tuned performance with extremely low lag. 2) Play Xbox Games by Streaming (Xbox → PC → Quest) With this method you will need your Xbox One console, which we will use to stream the content to your PC (via Xbox gaming companion). From there it is possible to mirror your PC desktop (Xbox games in this case) to the Quest / Quest 2 headsets using the Virtual Desktop application.
Release Date: 1-Jun-17
How to Run Xbox Console Companion on Mac
Mac Version May Be AvailableOption 1: Use Parallels
Parallels is the fastest, easiest, and most powerful option to run Windows on your Mac. Data can be shared between Mac and Windows and switching between the two is as simple as switching screens. Run it On Mac recommends Parallels as the #1 best way to run Xbox Console Companion on your Mac desktop or laptop.
Pros: Very Cost-Effective; Easily transfer files; Easily switch between Windows & Mac.
Cons: May see a slight decrease in performance; Cost varies from $50-80 for a personal license.
Option 2: Use Bootcamp
Boot Camp is a boot utility included with most Apple desktop and laptop products that allows users to install a Windows operating system alongside the native macOS/OS X operating system. Using Bootcamp is a relatively technical process and should probably only be undertaken by someone who understands the process.
Pros: Free; Good option if you need high performance or are using an older machine.
Cons: Switching between operating systems requires a restart; difficult, technical installation process.
Xbox Console Companion System Requirements
Windows 10/Mobile Also Available for Windows 10, Windows 10 Mobile (x64, ARM, x86)Similar Software
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