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Upcoming Changes to XBOX Cloud Gaming

Xbox Cloud Gaming is moving to monthly playtime caps for Game Pass subscribers starting in November: 15 hours for Ultimate, 10 for Premium, and 5 for Essential. Microsoft says only …

Official XBox Wire · 1 month ago
Call of Duty was never the right fit for Game Pass | Opinion

Microsoft is backing away from the idea that Call of Duty on day one would make Game Pass irresistible. The article argues the move never matched the audience mix: CoD …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 5 months, 1 week ago
"Not surprising at all" – analysts see Xbox Game Pass price cut as inevitable shift that will drive subscription growth in 2026

Microsoft's anticipated price cut for Game Pass, alongside the removal of Call of Duty as a day-one title, is set to boost subscription growth by 2026. Analysts believe this shift …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 5 months, 1 week ago
Xbox is slashing the price of Game Pass

Xbox's decision to cut Game Pass prices could reshape subscription models in gaming. This move may impact developers, especially those working on multiplayer titles, as the service will no longer …

News Game Developer · 5 months, 1 week ago
Report: New Xbox chief says Game Pass 'has become too expensive'

The new Xbox chief, Asha Sharma, has indicated that Game Pass may be priced too high, suggesting a need for a 'better value equation.' This could have significant implications for …

News Game Developer · 5 months, 2 weeks ago
Xbox boss reportedly says Game Pass "has become too expensive for players"

Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma has indicated that Xbox Game Pass pricing will be adjusted, citing it has become too costly for players. This shift could impact developers as they …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 5 months, 3 weeks ago