Xbox Just Dropped The Price Of Game Pass Ultimate, But There's A Catch
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass just got major price cuts, but as a result, subscribers won't be able to access future Call of Duty games at launch.
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Direct answer
- Yes. Microsoft cut Xbox Game Pass prices in April 2026, with Game Pass Ultimate dropping from $29.99 to $22.99 per month and PC Game Pass from $16.49 to $13.99 per month. A key trade-off is that day-one access to new Call of Duty titles is no longer included at launch in Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass, starting with the next COD release in most regions.[1][2][3][4][6][8]
What changed and what it means
- Price reductions: The lower prices apply broadly to the two top-tier plans, aiming to address subscriber feedback about value and affordability.[4][1]
- COD access: Microsoft stated that future Call of Duty titles will be added to Game Pass roughly a year after release, rather than at launch, for subscribers of Ultimate and PC Game Pass. This is the main trade-off affecting value for fans of day-one COD access.[8]
- Regional variation: Prices may vary by region, so you might see slightly different numbers depending on where you subscribe from (including Portugal/Europe).[2][1][4]
Where this stands in practice
- If you primarily play multi-platform or enjoy a broad library, the price drop increases perceived value. If you specifically want immediate access to COD at launch on Game Pass, you’ll need to weigh whether you value COD inclusion enough to sacrifice day-one access for COD titles.[3][6][1][4]
Illustrative example
- Before: Ultimate $29.99/mo, COD day-one included; PC Game Pass $16.49/mo.
- After: Ultimate $22.99/mo, PC Game Pass $13.99/mo; COD titles arrive about a year after launch.
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