Play AAA games on a cloud gaming PC

Build a high-performance SensePC in minutes, stream from almost any device, and pay only when you need power. No expensive gaming rig. No upgrade cycle. No hardware waiting game.

Hourly billingPersistent storagePerformance Mode

Build your first cloud gaming PC free today - no card required.

Setup

2-4 min

Billing

Hourly / Daily / Monthly

Access

Browser + Native

Under 20ms latency in Performance Mode
From $0.69 per hour
NVIDIA L4 GPU available
Play from any device

Why gamers are switching to cloud gaming PCs in 2026

SensePC lets you stream a high-performance cloud gaming PC on any device, paying only for what you use with persistent storage.

Traditional Gaming PC

Expensive. Fixed. Frustrating.

  • $2,000+ upfront just to play at high settings
  • GPU obsolete in 2 years, constant upgrades
  • Tied to one desk, one location
  • Overheats under heavy gaming load
  • Data at risk if stolen or damaged
$2,000 upfront$500 GPU upgradeObsolete in 2yrs

SensePC Cloud Gaming PC

Instant. Powerful. Pay per session.

  • Build a cloud gaming PC in minutes from $0.59/hr
  • Always latest hardware - no upgrade costs
  • Play from laptop, Mac, tablet, or any browser
  • NVIDIA L4 GPU available on demand
  • Data safe in isolated cloud infrastructure
Pay per sessionNo upgradesAny device

What makes SensePC the best cloud gaming PC for 2026

NEW

Performance Mode - low latency cloud gaming.

Switch from the browser viewer to the native NICE DCV client for under 20ms latency and significantly higher FPS. Available on every SensePC configuration - our recommended setup for gaming.

NEW

NVIDIA L4 GPU - included on every gaming tier

Xtreme Core, Pro, and Ultra all ship with an NVIDIA L4 GPU and 24 GB VRAM. No upgrade kits, no GPU shortages - every build is gaming-ready the moment you launch it.

Pay per session - hourly, daily, or monthly

Pick the rhythm that fits: hourly for unlimited use, daily for up to 10 hrs, monthly for up to 180 hrs. Billing stops the moment you stop the PC. Switch plans anytime without rebuilding.

Play from any device - laptop, Mac, tablet, or browser

Connect from any device with a modern browser. An old laptop, Mac, Chromebook, or tablet becomes a capable gaming machine - your local hardware stops mattering the moment you sign in.

Install Steam, Epic, battle.net and any gaming platform

Full Windows 11 cloud desktops. Install Steam, Epic, battle.net, GOG, or any platform exactly like a local PC. If it runs on Windows, it runs on SensePC - your library works as-is.

No upgrade cycles - always access the latest cloud hardware

We handle all hardware and infrastructure upgrades. Switch to a higher tier in minutes - your games, saves, and apps stay intact on your 500 GB SSD when you move up.

How to set up a cloud gaming PC on SensePC

Four simple steps. From sign-up to your first game in minutes - no hardware, no installs, no waiting.

Gamer playing on a SensePC cloud gaming PC streamed to a laptop with neon cyberpunk lighting
  1. Build your cloud gaming PC

    Pick your tier - Xtreme Core, Pro, or Ultra - and your OS. 500 GB SSD is included and the closest server is auto-selected for the lowest latency. Build takes about two minutes.

  2. Enable Performance Mode

    Switch to the native NICE DCV client for under 20ms latency and higher FPS. Your browser session stays active as a fallback while the native client loads.

  3. Install your games and platforms

    Install Steam, Epic, battle.net, or any platform and download your library. Play at graphics settings local hardware can't match - every tier ships with NVIDIA L4 + 24 GB VRAM.

  4. Stop when your session ends

    Shut down the PC when you're done. Your 500 GB SSD keeps games, saves, and settings ready. Billing stops instantly. Resume anytime, from any device.

Build a cloud gaming PC that feels ready before you are.

Compare powerful SensePC plans designed for immersive play, performance and pricing.

Billing Rhythm

Same PC, different usage style. Swap anytime without rebuilding.

Customize your build

Select the operating system and closest PC location before building.

Operating System

PC Location

— auto-selected for lowest latency

No card required to start. Review your full configuration before building.

Included with every plan

💾500 GB SSD included
📡Free data transfer
99.9% uptime SLA
🛟Customer support
🔒Security monitoring

Usage rules made simple

🔄Switch billing anytime
Hourly: unlimited usage
📅Daily: up to 10 hours / day
🗓Monthly: up to 180 hours / month
💽Add more storage after creation

SensePC vs Shadow PC - which cloud gaming PC wins?

If you want flexible pricing, instant setup, integrated storage, and a gaming-first experience, the differences become clear fast.

Why gamers switch

Pay per session

Use hourly, daily, or monthly billing instead of getting locked into one pricing model.

Best first impression

2-4 minute setup

Build and launch quickly without waiting on hardware, shipping, or long provisioning flows.

Competitive edge

Performance Mode

Native-client support gives gamers a stronger low-latency option when performance matters most.

Built for gamers

SensePC

OKGaming-first cloud PC

Shadow PC

OKGaming-first cloud PC

V2 Cloud

XBusiness cloud desktop

AVD

XEnterprise VDI

Billing freedom

SensePC

OKHourly / Daily / Monthly

Shadow PC

~Mostly monthly

V2 Cloud

XMonthly / yearly plans

AVD

~Azure usage + licenses

Upgrade or downgrade plan

SensePC

OKYes - switch anytime

Shadow PC

OKYes - plan based

V2 Cloud

~Plan-tier based

AVD

~IT-managed

Resize CPU & memory

SensePC

OKYes - upgrade / downgrade

Shadow PC

~By changing plan

V2 Cloud

~Fixed hardware tiers

AVD

~Admin configured

Increase SSD storage

SensePC

OKYes - SSD increase

Shadow PC

OKYes - add storage

V2 Cloud

~Limited by plan

AVD

~Admin configured

Auto start / stop schedule

SensePC

OKYes - built in

Shadow PC

XNo gamer schedule

V2 Cloud

XNot gamer-focused

AVD

~IT autoscale schedules

Idle timeout protection

SensePC

OKYes - stop idle PC

Shadow PC

XMonthly billing continues

V2 Cloud

~Idle logoff, not gaming billing

AVD

~IT policy / autoscale

Ready to play fast

SensePC

OKYes - 2 to 4 minutes

Shadow PC

~Self-serve after purchase

V2 Cloud

~Under 20 minutes

AVD

XIT deployment required

Steam, Epic & mods

SensePC

OKYes - full Windows PC

Shadow PC

OKYes - full Windows PC

V2 Cloud

~Possible, not gaming-first

AVD

XNot built for gamers

No card to start

SensePC

OKYes - trial friendly

Shadow PC

XNo - payment required

V2 Cloud

~Free trial available

AVD

XAzure account setup

Low-latency play mode

SensePC

OKNative DCV Performance Mode

Shadow PC

~Shadow apps + browser

V2 Cloud

XBusiness remote desktop

AVD

XEnterprise remote desktop

Best fit

SensePC

OKGamers who play in sessions

Shadow PC

~Gamers okay with monthly

V2 Cloud

XBusiness teams

AVD

XIT-managed companies

Questions gamers ask before building a cloud gaming PC

Fast answers about performance, setup, access, billing, and how SensePC helps you get into the game without buying a new gaming machine.

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Need deeper help? The full FAQ page covers setup, billing, access, performance mode, and troubleshooting.

SensePC lets you build a cloud gaming PC that you can access from your browser or supported remote desktop client. Instead of buying expensive gaming hardware upfront, you can launch a Windows or Linux cloud PC, install your game launchers, and play from almost any device with a strong internet connection.

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SensePC is built around flexible cloud PC access, gamer-friendly configurations, and usage-based control. Shadow PC is primarily known for monthly cloud PC subscriptions, while SensePC is designed to give players more flexibility with hourly, daily, and monthly options, SSD expansion, plan changes, scheduling, and idle timeout controls. The goal is simple: pay closer to how you actually play.

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Yes. SensePC gives you a real cloud desktop, so you can install popular PC game launchers such as Steam, Epic Games Store, Battle.net, Riot Client, Ubisoft Connect, GOG, and Xbox app where supported by the selected operating system. You use your own game accounts and your own purchased games.

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No. SensePC does not sell games and is not currently affiliated with game publishers or stores. You bring your own game accounts, install the launchers you already use, and play the games you own or have access to through your subscriptions.

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Many popular PC games can run on SensePC when the game supports cloud or remote desktop environments. You should always check each game publisher's terms, anti-cheat rules, and account policies. SensePC provides the cloud PC; game compatibility can still depend on the game, launcher, anti-cheat system, and selected PC configuration.

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For a smooth experience, we recommend at least 25 Mbps download for 1080p gaming and 50 Mbps or higher for sharper streams. A wired Ethernet connection or strong 5 GHz / Wi-Fi 6 connection is best. Latency matters more than speed, so choosing the closest SensePC location usually gives the best feel.

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Performance Mode is the recommended way to play when you want better responsiveness, smoother motion, and lower-latency gameplay. Browser access is convenient for quick use, but serious gaming sessions usually feel better through the high-performance client experience when available.

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Cloud gaming can feel very close when you have low latency, a strong network, and the right location selected, but it is still streamed over the internet. Competitive players should use the closest location, wired internet when possible, Performance Mode, and lower-latency display settings for the best experience.

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SenseXtream Core, Pro, and Ultra are SensePC gaming configurations. Core is best for getting started and lighter gaming, Pro is the balanced pick for smoother gameplay, and Ultra is designed for heavier sessions, higher settings, and more demanding games.

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SensePC gaming configurations use NVIDIA L4-class cloud GPUs. L4 is a data-center GPU built on NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture, the same technology generation behind modern RTX graphics. It is not a consumer GeForce RTX card, but it is designed for cloud graphics, video, virtualization, and low-latency streamed experiences, making it a strong fit for cloud gaming PCs.

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Yes. If you need more performance later, SensePC is designed to let you move to a stronger gaming configuration when available. This helps you start smaller and upgrade only when your games or play style need more power.

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Choose Hourly if you play casually, test games, or want full flexibility with no long commitment. Choose Daily if you usually play longer sessions in a single day. Choose Monthly if SensePC is becoming your regular gaming PC and you want the best long-term value.

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The Hourly plan is best for flexible gaming. You can launch your SensePC when you want to play, stop it when you are done, and pay based on usage. It is a good choice for casual players, testing cloud gaming, or playing only a few times per week.

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The Daily plan is designed for gamers who want longer sessions without committing for a full month. It is a good fit when you plan to play for several hours in a day, such as weekend gaming, game updates, ranked sessions, or creator work.

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The Monthly plan is best for gamers who want SensePC as their regular cloud gaming machine. It is designed for frequent use and gives better long-term value compared with short sessions, while still letting you avoid buying expensive gaming hardware upfront.

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Yes. SensePC is built for flexibility, so you can change your billing style as your gaming habits change. You can start with Hourly, move to Daily or Monthly when you play more often, and adjust your setup when needed.

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SensePC can be cheaper for gamers who do not play enough hours to justify buying and upgrading a physical gaming PC. There is no large upfront hardware purchase, and you can scale up, scale down, stop, or delete your cloud PC based on how often you play. Heavy daily gamers should compare their expected monthly hours against the cost of owning a local PC.

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Your installed games, launchers, files, and settings stay on your attached SSD storage when the PC is stopped. You can start the PC again later and continue from the same environment. While the PC is stopped, compute usage pauses, but persistent storage may continue billing because your data is still saved.

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Your installed games, launchers, and files are stored on your attached SSD. Stopping your PC does not delete your games. If you change plans or upgrade your setup, SensePC is designed to keep the experience flexible while protecting your saved environment where supported.

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Yes. SensePC is designed so you can adjust your setup as your needs change. Depending on availability, you can move between supported CPU, memory, GPU, storage, and plan options without treating your first build as permanent.

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Yes. Modern games can be huge, so SensePC supports SSD expansion where available. This helps you keep larger libraries installed instead of constantly deleting and reinstalling games.

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Yes. SensePC supports scheduling features such as auto start and auto stop, so you can prepare your PC before your usual gaming time and reduce unnecessary running time when you are done.

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Idle timeout helps protect your wallet by stopping your SensePC after inactivity. If you forget to stop your PC after a session, idle timeout can help reduce wasted compute usage while keeping your saved files on storage.

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Yes. You can install tools such as OBS and use your SensePC for gameplay recording, streaming workflows, editing, and creator tasks. Streaming quality depends on the selected PC configuration, network connection, platform settings, and encoder setup.

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This section covers the most common gaming questions. For full help with billing, wallet, setup, connection, Performance Mode, account access, troubleshooting, and Sense Cloud, visit the full FAQ page at /faq.

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Player trust

Built for gamers who want power without buying another PC

SensePC is made for players who care about fast setup, flexible usage, real cloud desktop control, and honest expectations before they launch.

Signal 01

200+

Early users across 3 continents

Signal 02

Turkey

First paying customer - organic, zero paid ads

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G2

Listed in Desktop as a Service category

Performance-first

Built for low-latency play, fast launch, and flexible cloud PC access.

Bring your games

Use your own Steam, Epic, Battle.net, Riot, GOG, and supported launchers.

No fake game deals

SensePC does not claim game-store discounts or publisher affiliation.

Best near you

Choose the closest PC location for a smoother streamed gaming experience.

Real impact

Real results. Real impact.

"Years of quiet work turned into something real. The fact that it runs on AWS - I work with that infrastructure every day. I know what is possible when someone truly understands how to use it. Your customers are in good hands."

JI

Jahidul Islam

System Development Engineer - AWS Security

Performance at its core

Built for speed. Designed to perform.

"The idea of a cloud-native PC that launches in seconds from any device is exactly where computing is heading. Performance Mode is a genuine differentiator for anyone who cares about latency."

ET

Early Tester

United States

G2 Review5/5

Cloud PC done right - fast, secure, and easy to use

"SensePC makes it incredibly easy to access a powerful cloud PC from anywhere, without needing to buy or maintain hardware. The built-in security, fast performance, flexible GPU options, and pay-as-you-go billing make it feel like a strong value."

AK

Ayman K.

G2 validated reviewer

Built with honest gaming expectations

SensePC gives you a real cloud PC experience. Game performance can vary by game, network, location, settings, and launcher rules. We keep the promise simple: flexible cloud gaming power, no fake game discounts, no locked-in hardware purchase.

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Build your cloud gaming PC in minutes — without buying new hardware

SensePC gives gamers a powerful cloud gaming PC for flexible play, fast setup, and remote access from supported devices. Build your PC, choose the closest location, launch your own game libraries, and switch to Performance Mode when low latency matters.

Build in minutes
Performance Mode
Closest PC location
No hardware lock-in

No hardware purchase.No long-term gaming rig commitment.Pay only when you need power.

Bring your own games. Keep your own accounts.

SensePC gives you the cloud PC. You install and play through your own supported launchers and game libraries.

Gamer-ready setup
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