Microsoft Lowers Xbox Game Pass Costs Xbox

[David76]

Microsoft has decided to reduce the prices for Xbox Game Pass subscriptions. For those enjoying Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, the monthly cost has been slashed from £22.99 to a more wallet-friendly £16.99. Likewise, PC Game Pass subscribers will now pay £10.99 instead of £13.49.

Tier	UK	US	CAN	EU	AUS
Xbox Game Pass Essential	£6.99	$9.99	$13.99	€8.99	$12.95
Xbox Game Pass Premium	£10.99	$14.99	$17.99	€12.99	$17.95
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate	£16.99	$22.99	$25.99	€20.99	$25.95
PC Game Pass	£10.99	$13.99	$16.99	€12.99	$16.95

This price adjustment comes on the heels of a noteworthy shift in the gaming landscape, particularly with the iconic Call of Duty franchise. Previously, Microsoft had included Call of Duty titles in the Day One launch strategy for Game Pass, making it an enticing option for gamers looking to experience new releases right off the bat. However, the company has now confirmed that Call of Duty will no longer be part of this strategy.

This change raises questions about the future direction of Game Pass and how it will adapt to maintain its appeal without one of the biggest franchises in gaming.

Overall, while the price cuts are a welcome move for subscribers, the exit of a major title like Call of Duty may leave some wondering about the long-term value of the service.

 

[David76]

Microsoft has confirmed that new Call of Duty games will no longer be available on day one as part of the subscription service.

This is quite a shift from what many players have come to expect. Previously, the Call of Duty franchise often debuted on Game Pass right when the games were released, giving subscribers immediate access to the latest action. Now, it seems that while Xbox is still committed to supporting Game Pass with a variety of catalogue titles, the day-one releases for this popular series are being put on hold.

What This Means for Players

For those who've relied on Game Pass to play the newest Call of Duty right at launch, this change might feel a bit disappointing. Here are a few points to consider:

• You'll need to purchase new Call of Duty titles separately if you want to play them immediately.
• Xbox will still add other games to Game Pass, so there will be plenty of other options.
• This could be a strategic move to encourage more direct sales of the titles.

It'll be interesting to see how this decision affects the player base and the overall reception of the franchise. Will players feel inclined to buy the games outright, or will they hold off and wait for potential future availability on Game Pass?

The days of having immediate access to Call of Duty games on Xbox Game Pass are over. While there are still many games to enjoy on the service, fans of this franchise will need to adjust their gaming habits.

 

[Gemma]

A big step in the right direction personally. At a time when everything seems to be increasing in price it's nice to see a price drop. Game Pass is back to being a reasonable price.