63: Xbox Gamepass Price Hikes

SummaryIn the latest episode of the Mastering the Game podcast, host Jermaine Harris discusses Microsoft’s decision to raise the price of Xbox Game Pass. The previous $11 tier, now replaced by a $15 option called Xbox Game Pass Standard, will no longer include day-one titles and offers limited access to games along with online multiplayer features. The highest tier, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, will cost $20 per month and provides full access to all Game Pass titles. Despite recent price increases, Harris believes that Microsoft will not face significant subscriber losses due to their extensive acquisitions in the gaming sector. He speculates that further price hikes may occur in the coming years and expresses hope for a return to a standalone Xbox Live subscription option. Harris critiques the transition from Xbox Live Gold subscriptions to the Game Pass model, suggesting it forces users to pay more than they may want for limited use, particularly those not interested in new games.Check out our sister podcasts at: AtomikFalconStudios.com