Tech Desk 
Jul 20, 2024
Gamers are experiencing issues connecting their Xbox accounts to the cloud gaming platform GeForce Now. The global outage of a cybersecurity company's software, which supports many industries worldwide, has caused significant frustration and left many players unable to enjoy their favourite games.
What’s happening?
A glitch in CrowdStrike, a prominent cybersecurity firm, has affected several tech giants, including Microsoft Windows PCs and servers, creating a ripple effect across multiple industries globally. This has led to thousands of flight delays and cancellations, disruptions in businesses like banks and supermarkets, and even crashes in Starbucks operations.
Furthermore, state and city governments have reported problems, with some slowly recovering. The gaming industry has been hit hard, affecting gamers, game developers, and the industry as a whole.
Server crashes and maintenance disruptions have become commonplace, preventing Xbox players from participating in games.
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Gamers have taken to social media to express their anger and disappointment, eagerly awaiting a fix. The outage has delayed game updates and releases, frustrating Xbox gamers who are eagerly waiting for new content.
The gaming community's woes have been compounded by the inability to log into gaming accounts, purchase content, and play their favourite games. This incident has raised concerns about the long-term viability of cloud gaming services like GeForce Now, highlighting the importance of robust infrastructure and backup systems to minimise the risk of such outages.
