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Xbox Game Pass Price Surge Sparks Subscriber Outrage
10/4/2025
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Story summary
- Microsoft raised Xbox Game Pass Ultimate price by 50% to $30/month, triggering subscriber backlash.
- The hike coincides with the removal of a 10% discount on Call of Duty add-ons for Ultimate members.
- Xbox's streaming model has reduced sales of high-margin titles like Call of Duty, causing revenue losses.
- Pricing now includes three tiers: $10/50 titles, $15/200 games, $30/400+.
