Microsoft may be exploring ad-supported Xbox game rentals
A newly highlighted Microsoft patent describes adverts unlocking 15 minutes to an hour of game access, but Xbox has announced no rollout.

Rachel Chinouriri
A newly highlighted Microsoft patent describes adverts unlocking 15 minutes to an hour of game access, but Xbox has announced no rollout.
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