Xbox cuts Game Pass prices, delays day-one Call of Duty access
Xbox is lowering the price of Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, but it’s also changing one of the biggest perks tied to the service. New Call of Duty
mmohuts.comHere’s the latest I can share based on recent reporting up to now.
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Summary: Xbox Game Pass has undergone price changes in different regions and over time, with recent coverage noting a price drop for some tiers alongside ongoing adjustments to the service’s structure and perks. The most frequently cited recent development is a price adjustment for Ultimate and PC Game Pass, alongside changes to day-one game access in certain cases. This ongoing evolution has drawn mixed reactions from subscribers and observers.[1][2][4]
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What happened recently (April 2026): Reports indicate Xbox reduced the monthly price of Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, but also introduced changes that affect day-one access to major titles like Call of Duty, creating a notable trade-off for subscribers. This price tweak was framed as a response to player feedback about value and affordability.[4][1]
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What happened earlier (2025): Microsoft announced a broad restructuring of Game Pass into new tiers with associated price increases for some plans, including a higher Ultimate price. This was part of a larger revamp of the subscription lineup and its benefits.[2][7][8]
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Notable context: Coverage from gaming outlets across 2024–2025 highlighted major shifts to pricing and tier structures, including increases and rebrandings, with perceptions ranging from improved value through expanded libraries to concerns about Day One access and overall cost.[3][5][6]
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Current status in markets like Portugal/Europe: While exact local pricing isn’t provided in the sources I have here, updates of this kind typically roll out to multiple regions with adjustments that reflect local currencies and taxes. If you want, I can check the latest regional pricing for Portugal specifically.
If you’d like, I can pull the most current regional prices for Portugal and summarize how they compare to prior rates, plus note any changes to Day One access or perks tied to Game Pass in your region. Would you like me to do that?
Citations:
- Latest price changes and CoD day-one access impact[1]
- 2025 price overhaul and tier changes[2]
- Additional coverage of price hikes and tier reconfigurations[7][8]