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Microsoft doesn't dismiss rumours a major Xbox Game Pass shake-up is on the way, which reportedly removes day-one game offerings entirely
Eurogamer.net • • technology
Key Points:
- A leak from ResetEra user Slayven suggests Xbox plans to restructure its Game Pass subscription between February and April 2027, including removing day-one game releases and cloud streaming from all tiers.
- The new model reportedly introduces three tiers: an ad-supported tier at $13/month, an ad-free tier at $20/month (or $240 annually), and a $15 tier offering the existing game library plus online multiplayer, with online multiplayer requiring an $11 subscription.
- Cloud streaming would be available only as a $6 add-on with a 25-hour playtime limit, and a family plan option could be added for an extra $6 per month.
- Microsoft has not confirmed these changes and stated no finalized plans currently exist, emphasizing ongoing testing of different Game Pass offerings without announced alterations.
- Previous predictions by Slayven, such as the removal of PC Game Pass, were inaccurate, though some insiders vouch for the leak's partial credibility, indicating potential future adjustments to the service.
