How does PC game pass work?

PC Game Pass is a monthly subscription service that offers a library of full games to download and play on your machine without any further fees. The list of games is curated and updated each month, with some added and some less popular titles being removed.

Do you keep PC Game Pass games forever?

If I download a game, will it be deleted if it leaves Xbox Game Pass or my subscription expires/is canceled? Games will not be deleted from your hard drive until you delete them, even if they have been removed from the Xbox Game Pass catalog.

Is Microsoft Game Pass on PC worth it?

With more than 400 games to play on virtually any device, Microsoft's subscription service is a must-have for any PC-gaming household.

Are games on PC Game Pass free?

Play hundreds of high-quality PC games with friends including new day one titles and get an EA Play membership. With games added all the time, you always have something new to play. Join now to get your first month for $1. Subscription continues automatically at $9.99/mo.

Is Game Pass always online for PC?

Once completed, you can go offline at any time and launch those games whenever you want to play them, without needing to sign in online each time. Note PC Game Pass game licenses expire after 30 days when playing offline, and licenses for owned games expire after 14 days.

I finally tried out Xbox Game Pass for PC!

Is Game Pass better on Xbox or PC?

If you play exclusively on a gaming PC, we think it's a clear-cut choice. Unless you're seriously interested in trying out Xbox Cloud Gaming, PC Game Pass is too much of a good value to pass up.

How do I keep Game Pass games forever?

To keep playing the DLC, you need to buy the game itself from the Microsoft Store or on disc. As long as you were signed in to the Xbox network the last time you played, your achievements, game saves, and game progress will all be there.

Why is PC Game Pass so cheap?

The one reason Microsoft might keep Game Pass cheap is that the company gets a 30% cut of every digital purchase on Xbox—the profit of keeping more people in the ecosystem could outweigh the benefit in increasing Game Pass's price (and the inevitable loss of a few subscribers).

How do I claim my free PC Game Pass?

How do I use PC Game Pass on Xbox?

Use the Xbox app to browse games, play PC titles, and connect and chat with friends on devices. Visit xbox.com/xbox-app to download the Xbox app. Sign in to the app with your Microsoft account. Navigate to Settings to redeem your code and you're ready to play.

What's the difference between Game Pass and PC Game Pass?

As the name suggests, PC Game Pass lets you download and play games on Windows 10 and Windows 11 computers. This can be a little tricker than using Game Pass on consoles, as not every game is guaranteed to run on your PC. You'll still need to meet the minimum requirements — CPU, GPU, hard drive space, and so forth.

Are Game Pass PC games the same as steam?

The software maker started distributing more of its Xbox Game Studios titles through Steam in 2019, but PC Game Pass remains exclusive to the Microsoft Store and Windows 10 or Windows 11 PCs. That means if you purchase a new Steam Deck, you can't access PC Game Pass on the Linux OS that's preinstalled.

What is the difference between Game Pass and Game Pass on PC?

The difference is that Game Pass Ultimate gives you access to games on both Xbox Box and PC, while Game Pass PC just gives you access to games on PC. Ultimate also gives you access to game streaming on Xbox, PC, tablet and phone.

How many PC can I use Game Pass?

Can I use my Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription on multiple Windows 10/11 devices? Yes, just like Xbox Live Gold or Xbox Game Pass, you can use this subscription wherever you sign in. Your subscription is tied to you, not to a specific device.

How long does PC Game Pass last?

PC Game Pass — PC 1 Month.

Can you share Game Pass PC with family?

Only the primary account holder can share their Game Pass benefits via home sharing. Group members cannot share with other accounts on their console.

How much is a year of Game Pass?

These are subscription services that give players unlimited access to an expanding library of over 400 new and old games, and cost $120 or $180 for one year, respectively.

Do you need gold for PC Game Pass?

"You can also buy standalone PC Game Pass which gives you the content of 100-plus games on PC. If they have multiplayer, they have multiplayer; we're not asking for you to have Gold as well. In fact, the social features like having all of my Xbox Live friends, that's built in whether or not you have Gold."

How to play Xbox games on PC without console?

To take advantage of Xbox Play Anywhere, you will need to have installed the Windows 10 Anniversary Edition update on your PC, as well as the latest update on your Xbox console. Then, simply log into your Xbox Live/Microsoft account and your Xbox Play Anywhere games will be available to download.

What do you need for PC Game Pass?

Access Game Pass games on PC via the Xbox app

This is the easiest, most user-friendly method of finding Game Pass games that will play on a PC. First, download the new Xbox app on the Microsoft Store on either Windows 10 or 11. Head to the Microsoft Store and search for the Xbox app, or find it at this link.

Is Game Pass only $1?

Join now to get your first month for $1.

Subscription continues automatically at the regular monthly price unless cancelled through your Microsoft Account. See terms.

Is Xbox losing money on Game Pass?

It's not a huge surprise, and the percentage probably differs a lot depending on whether the game in question is an Xbox first-party title or a smaller indie, but it does confirm that Xbox is losing out on sales when it puts its games on Game Pass.

What happens when a game leaves Game Pass PC?

Unfortunately, you can't play the game for free once it's been removed from Game Pass - even if you've installed it on your Xbox or PC. This doesn't mean you won't be able to play the game at all. But in order to play the game, you have to buy it first. Rest assured, your save game will still be available online.

Can you still play games after they leave Game Pass?

If a game leaves the Xbox Game Pass library, you will no longer have access to it through the subscription service. You will need to purchase the game separately or find another way to obtain it in order to continue playing.

What happens if Game Pass runs out?

The only thing that happens when it expires is you will not be able to play the games without purchasing them.