Summary
Microsoft announced changes to its Xbox Game Pass services, including a price increase for the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. The Game Pass tiers are rebranded, and each will offer expanded game libraries, including some new features. This price increase has upset some fans, leading to discussions on social media.
Key Facts
- Microsoft will raise the price of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate from $19.99 to $29.99.
- Xbox Game Pass tiers are now called Essential, Premium, and Ultimate.
- There is no price change for the new Essential and Premium tiers.
- The Ultimate tier will offer more games available on the first day of release.
- Game Pass subscribers will transition automatically into the new tier names.
- Some gamers expressed dissatisfaction on social media about the price hike.
- Microsoft announced these changes via Xbox Wire and social media videos.
