Microsoft Raises Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Price by $10

In a recent announcement, Microsoft revealed an immediate increase in the monthly fee for its Xbox Game Pass Ultimate service, which now costs $29.99, signifying a 50% rise.

Amid this $10 hike, several modifications will be introduced across their subscription offerings. Notably, the Essential and Premium plans will not see a price change.

The Game Pass Core package is being discontinued, with its features merging into the Essential tier. Those on the Standard plan will transition to the Premium tier.

Microsoft emphasized their commitment to enhancing Xbox Game Pass by providing more value and impressive games across all levels of subscription. They offer options tailored to whether gamers prefer consoles, PCs, the cloud, or a mix of these.

Xbox Game Pass: More Value for Subscribers

With this update, Ultimate members can enjoy an expanded library exceeding 400 games, alongside more than 75 titles included on release day each year. Additionally, over 45 new games were introduced this week. Subscribers will also benefit from improved streaming resolution, now reaching up to 1440p, and a newly implemented rewards initiative.

In 2024, Microsoft disclosed that the Xbox Game Pass subscriber base had peaked at a record 34 million users, generating nearly $5 billion in revenue for the last fiscal year.