Microsoft has confirmed that the recent price hike for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate will not impact existing subscribers in select countries at this time. The subscription price increased by 50%, which has drawn criticism. For current subscribers on auto-recurring plans in countries like Germany, Ireland, Italy, South Korea, Poland, and India, the previous rates will remain until cancellation and repurchase are performed. Notably, subscribers in the US and UK will not benefit from this arrangement, indicating possible local regulatory factors influencing these pricing decisions. Microsoft aims to provide at least 60 days' notice before any future price changes take effect.
Will the Xbox Game Pass price increase affect my subscription?No, if you are an existing subscriber in certain countries, your subscription will remain at the previous rate at this time. However, if you cancel and resubscribe, you will be charged the new price.
Xbox Game Pass is a subscription service offering access to a vast library of games for a monthly fee, appealing to gamers seeking a variety of titles without the need for individual purchases. Its latest price adjustments come amid Microsoft's strategy to enhance the service and potentially grow its user base while generating continued revenue, particularly following last year's record earnings in subscriptions.
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Honestly, regional pricing gymnastics always make for interesting spectator sport in the gaming industry. At least Microsoft's giving us that 60-day heads-up to mentally prepare our wallets for the inevitable.
Smart move giving existing subscribers some breathing room, though the regional differences definitely raise some eyebrows. Guess we'll see if this pricing strategy pays off when the next wave of must-play titles hits the service.