Does GreenVita require Game Pass Ultimate or will a basic Microsoft account suffice for cloud streaming?
Game Pass Ultimate is not strictly required. The article says Microsoft offers cloud access through multiple Game Pass tiers, and some free-to-play titles apparently only need a basic Microsoft account. Answered
Do players need an Xbox Game Pass or any subscription to use the free ad-supported streaming option?
No. The primary article states no subscription is required for Xbox's free streaming ad tier, and testers can stream select games they already own for free. Answered
What technical and practical barriers does the article cite that currently prevent cloud gaming from replacing local hardware?
The article cites technical barriers such as latency and dependence on nearby data center coverage, causing cloud streams to fall apart on mobile data or in regions without local servers, and the fact that data centers still need memory and compute so server hardware and RAM shortages raise costs. It also notes practical barriers including licensing headaches and a strong consumer preference for physical controllers and TVs. Together these issues prevent cloud gaming today from replacing local hardware. Answered
What impact does the Vita’s 2.4GHz-only Wi‑Fi hardware have on streaming performance with GreenVita?
Because the Vita only supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, its connection is more prone to interference than 5GHz or Wi-Fi 6, which leads to dropped frames and the occasional black screen when streaming with GreenVita. Recent updates have reportedly reduced those issues and made streaming noticeably smoother, but problems still occur and the project remains early-stage. Answered