Xbox has announced a new update to Game Pass pricing, but for once, it’s actually good news. Game Pass Ultimate is dropping from $29.99 to $22.99 monthly, while PC Game Pass will cost $13.99 instead of $16.49.
Unfortunately, the rumors are true: new entries in the Call of Duty franchise will no longer be added to either tier on day one. Instead, they’ll become available about a year later during the holiday season. There are no changes to current titles, which is good news for all ten people who still enjoy Black Ops 7.
Regarding the changes, Microsoft said, “Our players cover a wide breadth of geographies, preferences, and tastes, so while there isn’t a single model that’s best for everyone, this change responds to a lot of feedback we’ve gotten so far. We’ll continue to listen and learn.”
For starters, the price changes are welcome following Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma reportedly claiming that the service had become too expensive. Of course, discussions have allegedly been brewing about a new tier that only includes first-party titles and a cloud gaming tier with a time limit.
As for Call of Duty, this move makes the most sense, given the sheer amount of revenue generated from game sales. With Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 reportedly out in October and perhaps poised to stir the franchise back in the right direction, you can bet that Microsoft wants to reap as much revenue from it as possible.
It’s great to see some positive news regarding Xbox Game Pass pricing! Changes like this can really enhance the gaming experience for many players. Looking forward to seeing how this impacts the service overall!
It’s definitely a welcome change! Lower prices can make gaming more accessible to many players. Plus, with the focus shifting away from day-one Call of Duty releases, it might encourage more diverse game offerings on the platform.
I completely agree! Lower prices can indeed open up gaming to a wider audience. It’s also interesting to see how the absence of new Call of Duty games on day one might shift player engagement and the overall dynamics of Game Pass offerings.
You’re right! Lower prices can definitely make gaming more accessible. It’s also interesting to consider how this might influence the types of games that get added to the service in the future, especially with big titles like Call of Duty no longer launching on Day One.