Telecoming and MTN partner to launch cloud gaming in South Africa

MTN, Africa's largest telecoms operator with over 290 million subscribers, has partnered with Telecoming, a sports technology firm, to launch Cloudplay, a new cloud gaming service.

Telecoming focuses on developing and distributing mobile experiences for sports and entertainment.

MTN says this project represents a new milestone in the two firms' continued relationship.

MTN Cloudplay features a wide library of over 340 games from 50 publishers, which the telco asserts provides an "unrivalled gaming experience on any device."

The telco says MTN Cloudplay will allow its subscribers in South Africa to access cloud-based video games, without the need for downloads or high-end gaming consoles.

The service will allow customers to stream high-end PC games to their mobile phones, enabling them to play anywhere, anytime, according to MTN.

MTN comments: “This service seeks to democratise access to high-quality mobile gaming for the whole family; including various genres which include retro games and exciting popular gaming titles with multi-device gameplay, at an affordable price of only R79 per month.”

Jason Probert, general manager for Digital Services at MTN South Africa, expressed his views on the collaboration: "We're committed to enabling our customers to enjoy the benefits of a modern connected life and the advent of 5G means that it is now possible to stream and play games without the need for a PC or console."

Telecoming's MEA director, Alí Karaosman, expressed optimism about expanding collaboration with MTN and supporting the operator's digital entertainment offering, MTN Cloudplay.

The company believes that MTN Cloudplay will transform the way South Africans enjoy video games.

He says: “For Telecoming, this partnership with MTN is a strategic step in our mission to bring e-sports and innovative digital services to Africa. We are committed to continuing to develop technological solutions that enhance digital leisure for people in the region."