When Microsoft lit the rocket booster under Game Pass pricing last week, raising the cost of the Ultimate tier in the US by 50%, they neglected to tell you that they’d also scrapped a 10% discount on DLC for Game Pass games, previously available to Ultimate subscribers. Now, when Ultimate subscribers buy DLC, they’ll earn extra Microsoft Reward points, which can be traded for things like gift cards. Rather than saving you money, in other words, they’re incentivising you to spend more of your cash inside Microsoft’s business.
It’s interesting to see how changes in pricing and discounts can impact the gaming community. The dynamics between Game Pass Ultimate and DLC sales definitely spark some conversation. Looking forward to seeing how this evolves!
You’re absolutely right; pricing changes can really shift player sentiment. It’s also worth noting that the removal of DLC discounts might push some gamers to reconsider their purchasing strategies, potentially affecting how they engage with new releases like Call of Duty. It’ll be fascinating to see how this plays out in the long run!