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Xbox has announced changes to its subscription offerings, and at first glance, they seem very favorable for gamers. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is decreasing in price from $29.99 to $22.99 per month, and PC Game Pass is also seeing a price drop. This is good news for users of the service, but along with the reduction comes a significant change concerning one of the most important brands in Microsoft's portfolio.
Cheaper subscription, but changes in Call of Duty
The biggest difference concerns the Call of Duty series. New installments will no longer be available on Game Pass on their release day, as one might expect after the acquisition of Activision. Instead, they will appear only around the holiday season, about a year after their debut. This is a significant shift in strategy, as Game Pass has so far been associated with "day one" releases that attracted new subscribers. However, older parts of the series remain available unchanged.
What Game Pass Still Offers
Despite this change, Game Pass Ultimate still provides access to hundreds of games on console and PC, online multiplayer, Xbox Cloud Gaming, and additional bonuses in games. Microsoft emphasizes that there is no one-size-fits-all model for all users, and the changes are a response to community feedback. In practice, this means attempting to find a balance between price and content, although the decision regarding Call of Duty may be disappointing for some players.
The price drop is certainly a plus, but the lack of Call of Duty launches at the start shows that Game Pass is beginning to change. It is still one of the most cost-effective subscriptions for gamers, but its biggest advantages are slowly evolving.
source: Xbox
