Cloud gaming in Belgium: play without a console on your Samsung, LG or Google TV
Play recent games without a console, straight on your TV, with a simple controller: that's the promise of cloud gaming. Here's what really works in Belgium at the end of 2026, what it costs, and the bandwidth you need.
- Xbox Cloud Gaming : app on Samsung, LG, VIDAA and Fire TV
- From November 2026 : 5 to 15 hours of cloud gaming per month depending on Game Pass
- PlayStation Plus Premium : €18.99/month, streaming on PS5 and Portal
- Allow 20 Mbit/s minimum, and Ethernet if possible
How does cloud gaming work?
The game doesn't run on your set: it runs on a powerful computer in a data centre. Your TV receives the picture as a streamed video, and sends your controller inputs back the other way. No console, no download, no updates to install.
The downside: you need a good internet connection, the picture is compressed (less sharp than a console connected via HDMI), and there is still a slight delay. For an adventure game, you soon forget it. For a very fast online shooter, a demanding player will notice it.
The three services available in Belgium
| Serving | What to play on | Price in Belgium | Recommended speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xbox Cloud Gaming | Samsung, LG and VIDAA TVs supported, Fire TV, PC, mobile, tablet, Xbox | Included with Game Pass: Essential €8.99, Premium €12.99, Ultimate €20.99 per month | 10 Mbit/s minimum, 20 Mbit/s recommended |
| GeForce NOW (NVIDIA) | LG and Samsung TVs supported, Android TV and Google TV, PC, Mac, mobile | Free with adverts and limited playtime; Performance and Ultimate paid (around €10.99 and €21.99 per month according to the press) | 25 Mbit/s for 1080p 60fps, 45 Mbit/s for 4K 120fps |
| PlayStation Plus Premium | PS5 and PlayStation Portal (no TV app) | €18.99/month, €54.99/3 months, €151.99/year | 5 Mbit/s minimum, 15 Mbit/s for 1080p |
Prices checked on the official Microsoft and PlayStation shops for Belgium on 15 October 2026. For GeForce NOW, the official Belgian pricing page was not displaying: European prices come from the specialist press, to be checked on nvidia.com.
Xbox Cloud Gaming: the easiest on a TV
On compatible TVs, simply open the Xbox app, sign in with your Microsoft account and pair a Bluetooth controller. According to the official Xbox Belgium page, cloud gaming works on a selection of TVs running these systems: LG (webOS), Samsung (Tizen) and VIDAA (Hisense), as well as on theAmazon Fire TV.
- Samsung : the Xbox app is in the Gaming Hub of recent Samsung TVs.
- LG : the app arrived in 2025 on 2022 OLEDs, some 2023 models and newer TVs, in the webOS Games portal.
- Hisense (VIDAA) : Xbox announced its app will arrive on some VIDAA TVs in 2026. Check your model.
Fifteen hours a month is about half an hour a day. For an occasional player, that is enough; for someone who plays every evening, a console becomes more worthwhile again.
GeForce NOW: your PC games on the TV
NVIDIA's service works differently: you play games you already own on Steam, Epic Games or the Xbox PC Store, but they run on NVIDIA's servers, equipped with GeForce RTX graphics cards.
- On the TV : NVIDIA cites compatible LG and Samsung TVs, Android TVs and the Chromecast with Google TV. Its technical page specifies that some Ultimate features (120fps, HDR, 5.1 and 7.1 sound) are not available on all connected TVs: on a TV, you often play at 60fps and in stereo.
- Airflow : 25 Mbit/s for 1080p at 60fps, 45 Mbit/s for 4K at 120fps, and latency below 40 ms to NVIDIA's data centre for a good experience.
- Best for : the PC player who wants to play from the sofa, or whose computer is too weak for recent games.
PlayStation Plus Premium: not directly on the TV
Sony's Premium subscription lets you stream part of the catalogue, including PS5 games, without downloading them. But you need a PS5 PS5 or a PlayStation Portal (€249.99): there is no PlayStation Plus app on Samsung, LG or Google TV. So it is mainly handy for trying a game before installing it, or for playing on the Portal in another room.
Price in Belgium on playstation.com as of 15 October 2026: €18.99 per month, €54.99 for three months, €151.99 for a year. Sony requires at least 5 Mbit/s, and 15 Mbit/s for 1080p.
The right kit for the home
- The Ethernet cable : it's the number one tip. A network cable between the box and the TV fixes most stutters. Failing that, Wi-Fi 5 GHz or Wi-Fi 6 close to the TV.
- The TV's Game mode : it reduces display lag, which adds to the network delay.
- A Bluetooth controller : an Xbox or DualSense controller, paired directly to the TV.
- A speed test while you play (in the evening, when the whole family is online), not in the morning.
Your TV isn't compatible, or it's a Philips running Titan OS? A box like the Google TV Streamer gives access to Android TV apps, including GeForce NOW. For Xbox Cloud Gaming, Microsoft currently cites Amazon Fire TV rather than Google TV. Also read our feature on useful tech gadgets with a TV and our page Smart TVs and Belgian apps.
Our cloud-ready TVs
Recent Samsung (Tizen) and LG (webOS) TVs are the simplest for playing without a console. Nimestore list prices apply, the product page prevails, and Nimesclub members often get a reduced price.
| Model | Platform | Public price |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung TU43M74H (43") | Tizen, Gaming Hub | 499,99 € |
| Samsung TQ55QN80H (55") | Tizen, Gaming Hub, 144Hz | 1 199,99 € |
| Samsung TQ65QN80H (65") | Tizen, Gaming Hub, 144Hz | 1 499,99 € |
| Samsung TQ42S92H (42") | OLED, Tizen, Gaming Hub | 1 299,99 € |
| LG OLED42C64LA (42") | webOS, Games portal | 1 399,99 € |
| LG OLED55C64LA (55") | webOS, Games portal | 1 999,99 € |
Cloud gaming-ready TVs
TV QLED SAMSUNG TQ65QN80H€961.00
TV QLED SAMSUNG TQ55QN80H€775.00
OLED TV LG OLED55C64LA€1,438.00
TV OLED LG OLED42C64LA€1,120.00
OLED TV SAMSUNG TQ42S92H€1,048.00
TV LED SAMSUNG TU43M74H€435.00
QLED TV TCL 65C6K€727.00
OLED TV SONY K55A65PB€1,193.00Before subscribing, do the test: most services offer a trial or a short plan. Play for an hour on a weekday evening, when everyone is watching series at home. If it's smooth, go for it. If not, try with an Ethernet cable first. And if you play more than half an hour a day on Xbox, do the maths with the new hour limits: a console may work out cheaper.
Frequently asked questions
Does cloud gaming work with a Proximus, Telenet, VOO or Orange connection?
Yes, with any provider, as long as the speed and stability are there. Microsoft recommends at least 20 Mbit/s on TV and console, NVIDIA 25 Mbit/s for 1080p at 60fps. The most important thing is to avoid weak Wi-Fi: connect the TV by Ethernet cable if you can.
Do I need a special controller?
No. A wireless Xbox controller or a PS5 DualSense connects via Bluetooth to most compatible TVs. Just check the list of supported controllers in the app.
Does cloud gaming replace a console?
For an occasional player, often yes. For a demanding player, not entirely: the picture is compressed, a slight delay still exists, and an internet outage stops the game. Competitive online shooters remain more enjoyable on a console.
Can I play GTA 6 on the cloud?
Nothing has been announced. GTA VI comes out on 19 November 2026 on PS5 and Xbox Series; Rockstar has not said anything about cloud gaming or Game Pass.
Can my Philips TV do cloud gaming?
Philips TVs from 2026 run Titan OS, which is not listed by Microsoft or NVIDIA among compatible systems. The simplest solution is to add a Google TV Streamer, or check the app on the model displayed in store.
Play on a screen worthy of the game
120 Hz, VRR, low latency: come and try our gaming TVs at our Temploux store, or ask our expert salesperson for advice.
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