Xfinity Gives Gamers a Free 15-Day WiFi Speed Boost for the Highly Anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI Launch

• Exclusive speed boost delivers download speeds of up to 2 Gbps for 15 days, so Xfinity members can spend less time staring at a progress bar and more time in Vice City
• Eligible members can activate the speed boost in the Xfinity app starting today, ahead of GTAVI pre-loads opening Nov. 10
• As anticipation for the first GTA release in 13 years hits a fever pitch, Xfinity expects Nov. 10-19 could be the biggest moment in internet history

PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Xfinity is giving gamers with Xfinity Internet a free 15-day speed boost just in time for the highly anticipated Nov. 19 launch of Rockstar Games' Grand Theft Auto VI. The boost raises download speeds up to 2 gigabits per second, so Xfinity members can download and get into the game faster. With the game available for pre-load starting tomorrow, Nov. 10, Xfinity’s speed boost is available for redemption today through Dec. 3.

“Millions of people are going to hit download the moment Grand Theft Auto VI becomes available, and that's exactly the kind of moment our network is built for,” said Kohposh Kuda, Senior Vice President of Consumer Product Marketing at Comcast. “Between low-lag technology, multi-gigabit speeds, and now a free WiFi speed boost, we're giving gamers the fastest path from launch to play – showing what it means when your connection super charges the experiences that you live for.”

Welcome to Download Week
GTAVI is the first new mainline Grand Theft Auto game in more than a decade, and players are ready. The first GTAVI trailer drew more than 93 million views in just 24 hours on YouTube, becoming the biggest non-music video launch at the time on the platform. With pre-loads opening more than a week before launch, Xfinity expects the stretch from Nov. 10 to Nov. 19 to be the busiest week ever on its network as millions of players race to pre-load, so they can start playing the moment the game drops.

Exclusive 15-Day WiFi Speed Boost for Xfinity Internet Gamers
Starting today, eligible Xfinity members can activate the free 15-day WiFi speed boost feature by:

1. Opening the Xfinity app or visiting the Membership page on Xfinity.com/membership.
2. Clicking to claim the 15-day WiFi speed boost.
3. Enjoying speeds of up to 2 Gigs for up to 15 days.

With multi-gig speeds, Xfinity members can download GTAVI in as little as 30 minutes. The redemption period for the speed boost ends on Dec. 3, so gamers should redeem by then to maximize this unique benefit. Members who redeem on Dec. 3 will have increased speeds until Dec. 18. Xfinity members can also use the Boost a Device feature in the Xfinity app to ensure their gaming console receives the highest-quality WiFi experience with virtually no lag under normal conditions.

Boost a Device is available year-round in the Xfinity app and helps members prioritize WiFi connection for up to three devices on their home network, whether that means boosting their laptop’s connection during an important presentation or their TV during a major sporting event.

Gamers who don’t see the 15-day speed boost option on their Xfinity Membership page can reach out to Xfinity Customer Service to request access.

What Xfinity Internet Delivers for Gamers
Xfinity Internet delivers fast, reliable WiFi that the modern household needs to support hundreds of connected devices simultaneously – from 4K streaming to hybrid work, video calls, smart home devices, AI-powered applications and cloud gaming.

At the center is the Xfinity Gateway, delivering multi-gig speeds, ultra-low lag connectivity, seamless wall-to-wall coverage and a best-in-class cybersecurity protection that automatically blocks threats at the household level with our advanced Gateway for all devices. Customers can also control and customize their in-home WiFi experience in the Xfinity app, where they can set advanced parental controls, onboard new devices and more.

Xfinity is also leading the industry in developing Low Latency DOCSIS, an open-standard broadband technology that gives gaming and other real-time traffic a faster path through the network. The result is less lag and more responsive gameplay in supported games.

Learn more about Xfinity’s 15-day WiFi speed boost and other Xfinity member benefits at Xfinity.com/membership.

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