Sega, Microsoft Explore Cloud Gaming Alliance

Sega, Microsoft Explore Cloud Gaming Alliance
Sega logos are pictured at Tokyo Game Show 2016 in Chiba, east of Tokyo, Japan on Sept. 15, 2016. Kim Kyung-Hoon/Reuters
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TOKYO—Sega Sammy Holdings on Monday said it is exploring a strategic alliance with Microsoft to develop big budget titles using the Xbox maker’s cloud gaming tech, driving anticipation the move could signal a deeper tie-up.

Tokyo-based Sega is exploring making titles with global reach on Microsoft’s Azure cloud platform, it said in a stock exchange statement without providing further details, including whether a deal would involve exclusivity for the titles or capital investment.