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Is Microsoft PC Game Pass same as Xbox Game Pass?

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.
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Are Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass different?

There are three tiers to Xbox Game Pass: Console, PC and Ultimate. The first includes only Xbox games, the second is for Windows PC gamers and the third covers both platforms. Moreover, PC and Ultimate tiers include access to EA Play, which consists of access to EA games, rewards and other members-only content.
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Does PC Game Pass count as Xbox Game Pass?

Yes. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate includes all games from Xbox Game Pass for Console and PC Game Pass.
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What is the difference between PC Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate?

Without a doubt, the biggest difference between Xbox Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate is Xbox Cloud Gaming (formerly called Project xCloud). Although it's still technically in beta, it allows you to play AAA games from the comfort of your mobile device or PC.
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What are the benefits of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate PC?

PC Game Pass
  • Play hundreds of high-quality PC games.
  • New games added all the time.
  • Xbox Game Studios titles when they premiere.
  • Exclusive member discounts and deals.
  • EA Play membership on PC included at no extra cost.
  • Unlock Riot Games benefits.
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How much is a year of Game Pass Ultimate?

Get an Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S console, plus 24 months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, starting at $24.99 a month for 24 months.
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Can I play games I bought on Xbox on PC?

How does Xbox Play Anywhere work? When you buy an Xbox Play Anywhere digital game through the Xbox Store or the Windows Store, it's yours to play on Xbox and Windows 10 PC at no additional cost.
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Is Xbox Game Pass now free?

Xbox Games Pass Ultimate is priced at $14.99/£10.99 a month. You can cancel at any time. As mentioned, it includes Xbox Live Gold, Xbox Games Pass for PC and EA Play. Plus, Microsoft's cloud service, Cloud Gaming, is part of Ultimate at no extra cost.
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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.
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Is everything on Xbox Game Pass free?

Xbox Games Pass gives you access to well over 300 games to download and play on your Xbox One or Xbox Series X/S for one monthly fee. If you upgrade to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, you also get Xbox Live Gold, PC Game Pass, EA Play and access to Xbox Cloud Gaming, all for the same price.
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How to play Xbox games on PC without console?

To access Xbox Play Anywhere, follow these steps:
  1. Visit the Xbox Play Anywhere website.
  2. Log into your Microsoft account.
  3. Install games with the Xbox Play Anywhere digital game license directly to your PC.
  4. Once you download the game, you can launch it directly from the Microsoft Store.
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What does game pass include?

The subscription includes:
  • Play over 100 high-quality games for console, PC, phones and tablets.
  • Play games from the cloud.
  • New games added all the time.
  • Xbox Game Studio titles available the same day as release.
  • Exclusive member discounts and deals.
  • Free Perks, including in-game content and partner offers.
  • Xbox Live Gold.
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Where are Xbox games installed on PC?

Also, Windows will automatically move all games already in C:\XboxGames to C:\Games. Change this folder and the new location will become your default install location. Any existing installations will also move to the new folder, too.
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Is Xbox Game Pass Ultimate $1 every month?

The $1 trial has allowed people to sign up to Xbox Game Pass for a month, before the full Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription kicks in at $14.99 per month or $9.99 a month for the PC- or console-only subscriptions.
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Can you buy Game Pass Ultimate for a full year?

Yes, you can redeem multiple Xbox Game Pass Ultimate discounts all at once, also known as stacking the codes, to get the full 12 months. In fact, you can get a full 36 months' worth (or 3 years) if you're expecting the price to go up. Each year will save you $92 compared to Microsoft's price.
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Are games permanently on Xbox Game Pass?

In short, no. The games are time limited and you do not own them unless your purchase them.
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Is Xbox Game Pass Ultimate worth it?

If you're someone that enjoys both PC and Console Gaming, Game Pass Ultimate is worth upgrading to. Some games are better on certain formats, and the cloud gaming and Gold features built-in means you're still getting a good deal.
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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.
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Do I lose my games if I cancel Xbox Game Pass?

Your Game Pass subscription is current. If you cancel your subscription you lose access to any games you don't own.
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How much is a yearly Xbox Live subscription?

What Is the Xbox Live Gold Membership? Xbox Live Gold is a subscription-based service that can be purchased in one month, three month, and one-year periods. Xbox Live Gold subscriptions are $59.99 for 12 months, $24.99 for three months, and $9.99 for one month.
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Can I play Game Pass games offline?

Note PC Game Pass game licenses expire after 30 days when playing offline, and licenses for owned games expire after 14 days. To keep playing your game offline, go back online and launch the game. This renews the game's license on your device and ensures you can go back to playing offline.
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