Ultimate and PC Tiers to Increase Starting in January
Microsoft has announced price increases for its Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC tiers, effective January 17, 2023. The new pricing structure is as follows:
- Xbox Game Pass Ultimate: $14.99/month (previously $10.99/month)
- Xbox Game Pass for PC: $9.99/month (previously $7.99/month)
New Standard Plan Introduced
In addition to the price increases, Microsoft has also introduced a new standard tier of Xbox Game Pass that will cost $4.99/month. This tier will include the following features:
- Access to a library of over 100 high-quality games
- Exclusive member discounts and perks
- Online multiplayer
- Cloud gaming on Xbox consoles, PCs, and mobile devices
Benefits of Xbox Game Pass
Xbox Game Pass offers subscribers a wide range of benefits, including:
- Access to a library of hundreds of games from major publishers and independent developers
- Exclusive access to new games on the day of release
- Discounts on games, DLC, and other content
- Cloud gaming functionality, allowing users to play games on their preferred devices without the need for a dedicated gaming console
- Xbox Live Gold membership, which provides access to online multiplayer and other features
Conclusion
The Xbox Game Pass service offers an excellent value proposition for gamers, and the new standard tier provides an affordable entry point for those who are new to the service. While the price increases for the Ultimate and PC tiers may be disappointing to some, the addition of the standard tier is a positive move that will make Xbox Game Pass more accessible to a wider audience.
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