Xbox Game Pass Reportedly Considering Multiple New Tiers

Xbox Game Pass Reportedly Considering Multiple New Tiers

As an avid gamer and long-time subscriber of Xbox Game Pass, I’m both excited and intrigued by the latest rumors surrounding new tiers for the service. Microsoft’s commitment to expanding Game Pass is music to my ears, especially given the current console sales struggles.


More recent news unveiled that Xbox Game Pass will introduce a new tier in September along with price adjustments. According to Windows Central, Microsoft is exploring the possibility of adding more tiers to the service in the future. These new tiers are intended to cater to various groups of users. Of particular interest is a proposed tier focusing solely on Cloud Gaming. If introduced, this tier would likely have a lower price point than Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and would be targeted at individuals who don’t plan on buying an Xbox console.

Microsoft is reportedly exploring two potential new tiers for its gaming service: a “Friends and Family” plan and an ad-supported option. The Friends and Family plan was previously tested by Xbox in certain regions last year, but there has been no recent news about it. However, it’s said that Microsoft is still considering this option and working on making it financially viable. Additionally, according to Windows Central, Xbox is also looking into introducing an ad-based tier, modeled after subscription services such as Netflix and Hulu.

Based on my experience working in the tech industry and following Microsoft closely, I believe it’s important for readers to remember that none of the potential tiers for Xbox Game Pass have been confirmed yet. Take them with a grain of salt, even if they are being discussed internally. It’s not uncommon for companies to explore different options, but that doesn’t mean they’ll ultimately be implemented.

Microsoft is preparing for the possibility that Cloud Gaming will shape the future of Game Pass. A strong indication of this is their new collaboration with Amazon, which could draw in more users to try Game Pass using Amazon Fire Stick. If this initiative proves effective, offering an entirely cloud-based gaming tier might be a logical next step. However, the details regarding other rumored tiers are yet to be revealed.

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2024-07-23 00:10