Xbox Game Pass packs a lot of value into its subscription model — here are all the details you need to know, from price to recently added games.
Describing Xbox Game Pass as “the Netflix of video games” is already a tired comparison, but frankly, it’s also a perfect summation of how the service works. A monthly subscription nets you digital access to a hefty library of games ranging from indie sensations to triple-A titles, with the only real limitations being your hard drive space, download times, and the catalog itself (which consists of hundreds of games as we speak).
But like any recurring expenditure, it makes absolute sense to want to know everything there is to know about the service before committing your hard-earned dollars, and to stay on top of the latest developments once you have. Here, we’ll tell you everything you need to know — from the pricing structure and subscription options to the latest and greatest games to be added to its expansive selection. How To Subscribe To Xbox Game Pass
The process is pretty straightforward, but there are several avenues available, including:
The first (and most common) way is to sign up directly from your Xbox console, either via a promotional tile on your home screen or by locating it in the Subscriptions section of the Microsoft store.
Pre-paid codes can also be purchased from retail outlets like GameStop, Best Buy, and the like. After obtaining your code, whether digitally or via a prepaid card:
To sign up directly from your web browser or mobile device, you can visit the official Xbox website and pay $1 for your first month with this link and select the plan you’re interested in. It’s as simple as signing in and following the prompts provided!
If you need to bow out of an existing subscription, it’s easy to do so right from your console. How Much Is Xbox Game Pass?
Game Pass has four different plans that have multiple subscription models, so there’s something for everyone when it comes to what you’re wanting to get out of the service.
Recurring Subscription: $9.99/mo
3-Month Code: $24.99
Replacing Xbox Games with Gold, Core offers a small library of Xbox games as well as online console multiplayer capabilities.
Recurring Subscription: $14.99/mo
Standard replaces what was previously referred to as Xbox Game Pass Console, minus access to day one new releases. However, it’s important to note that if you were previously on the Console plan, you will stay and be grandfathered in. Standard plans apply to new subscribers going forward.
