Shutdown Timers (And Why They Matter for Cloud Gamers)
When you look at cloud gaming services, you’ll often see cheap pricing and unlimited access—but what they don’t tell you is how they’re able to offer such low prices.
Most big-name cloud gaming providers use a system called shutdown timers / GPU reallocation to maximize their profits. This means that after a few hours of inactivity, your gaming PC is shut down and the GPU is instantly assigned to another customer.
But what does that mean for you, and why does it matter? Let’s break it down.
⏳ What Are Shutdown Timers & GPU Reallocation?
Most cloud gaming providers don’t dedicate a GPU to each customer. Instead, they:
1️⃣ Rent/Own a pool of GPUs and distribute them dynamically.
2️⃣ Track inactivity—if you stop using your cloud PC temporally, it gets shut down.
3️⃣ Reassign your GPU slot to the next customer in the queue.
This allows them to put multiple customers on the same hardware—which is great for them but not necessarily great for you.
💰 Why this model works (With a catch)
Let’s say a cloud gaming provider has an 8-GPU hypervisor.
• Instead of selling 8 Gaming PCs, they sell 14-18 seats per hypervisor.
• Customers who aren’t actively gaming are kicked off when inactive.
• The GPU is reallocated to someone else, allowing the machine to maximize its revenue.
This is why many cloud gaming providers can afford to charge lower prices—because each GPU is being shared between multiple users throughout the day.
🚨 The Catch?
• If your session ends unexpectedly or you need to leave for lunch, you lose your progress and have to reconnect.
• If all GPUs are in use, you might have to wait in a queue to get your PC back.
• No background downloads, no automation, and no overnight gaming.
🔥⚡☁️ How does Fire Power Cloud do it?
✅ You get a GPU Gaming Machine that’s yours 24/7.
✅ No session limits, no automatic shutdowns, no reallocation.
✅ You can install and run anything (In line with Terms of Service) —just like a real desktop.
✅ Leave downloads running overnight, host your own game server, or automate tasks.
When you pay for a Fire Power Cloud Gaming Box, you’re not renting a temporary session—you’re renting a real, full-time, high-performance gaming machine in the cloud.
💸 Why Our Pricing is Higher Than Typical Cloud Gaming Services
Because we don’t share GPUs between multiple customers, our pricing is naturally higher than services that sell the same GPU 2-3 times over.
But here’s why our model is better for hardcore gamers:
|
Feature |
Fire Power Cloud (No Shutdowns) |
Other Cloud Gaming Providers (With Shutdowns) |
|---|---|---|
|
Dedicated GPU |
✅ Always yours, 24/7 |
❌ Shared, reassigned when inactive |
|
No Time Limits |
✅ Play as long as you want |
❌ Limited sessions, shut down after inactivity |
|
No Queues |
✅ Instant access to your PC |
❌ May have to wait for a free GPU |
|
Background Tasks |
✅ Run downloads, automation |
❌ No background processes, must be active |
|
Offline Use |
✅ Your system stays on |
❌ Must log in each time, system resets |
If you’re a casual gamer who just wants to jump in and play for an hour, a session-based cloud gaming service might work for you.
But if you want a true gaming PC experience with full control, Fire Power Cloud is the better choice.
🚀 The Future of Cloud Gaming: Your PC, Your Way
It’s not about which is best—it’s about which one fits your needs.
💡 If you’re looking for a full Cloud Gaming PC that’s truly yours, with no time limits, no shutdowns, and no shared resources, check out Fire Power Cloud’s Gaming Box.
