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What is the difference between Gamepass and Game Pass Ultimate?

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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Is there a difference between Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate?

The Ultimate version of the Xbox Game Pass does come with a year of Xbox Live Gold. Xbox Game Pass, PC Game Pass, Xbox Live Gold, and Xbox Cloud are all included in the pricier membership. Xbox Cloud Gaming is undoubtedly the most notable distinction between Xbox Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate.
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Does Game Pass have the same games as Ultimate?

Yes. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate includes all games from Xbox Game Pass for Console and PC Game Pass.
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Which is better PC Game Pass or Ultimate Game Pass?

Get PC Game Pass if you want to download games to a gaming PC. Get Xbox Game Pass Ultimate if you want to download games to both an Xbox console and a gaming PC and/or if you want to stream games to Android, iOS, Web browsers and Xbox consoles. Also consider Ultimate if you plan on playing your games online.
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How much is Game Pass Ultimate for a year?

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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Is Ultimate Game Pass 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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Is Xbox Game Pass Ultimate $1 every month?

Microsoft's top-tier gaming streamer is $14.99 a month, but new subscribers can get the first month of access for just $1. Not only is this cheaper than the standard Ultimate fee, but also a discount from the Game Pass console and PC fee of $9.99 a month.
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Can I upgrade Game Pass to Ultimate?

Joining Xbox Game Pass Ultimate automatically upgrades your existing Xbox Live Gold, Xbox Game Pass for Console, PC Game Pass, and/or EA Play (purchased through Xbox) memberships.
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Why is Game Pass Ultimate better?

Not only is this cheaper than the standard Ultimate fee, but also a discount from the Game Pass console and PC fee of $9.99 a month. While both of those tiers limit your game access to an Xbox console or a PC respectively, Ultimate lets you access the Game Pass's library of titles on both devices through cloud gaming.
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Do you keep Game Pass Ultimate games forever?

Games you install using Xbox Game Pass remain playable once they've left the Game Pass catalog only when you buy them—and you get a hefty discount when you buy games as an Xbox Game Pass subscriber. When you buy games at a discount, those games are yours to keep.
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Can I share my Xbox Game Pass with family?

Note At this time, Game Pass Friends & Family is only available in Colombia, Chile, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, New Zealand, South Africa, and Sweden. Xbox Game Pass Friends & Family is a Game Pass plan that allows up to five friends and family members to share Game Pass Ultimate benefits.
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Can I share Game Pass Ultimate with family?

You can add up to four people to your membership, all with their own unique access to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate games, content, and benefits.
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How much does it cost to upgrade from Game Pass to Ultimate?

The Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription costs $15 every month, but there is a trick you can use to get up to 36 months for only $180 (or even less), bringing the cost down to $5 per month.
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How much does it cost to upgrade from Game Pass to Game Pass Ultimate?

What Does Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Cost? The base Game Pass package for both console and PC costs $9.99/month. Microsoft prices Xbox Game Pass Ultimate at $14.99/month. If you don't opt for Ultimate, you'll have to pay an extra $9.99/month for Xbox Live Gold and $4.99/month for EA Play.
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Can you buy a full year of Game Pass Ultimate?

Can you buy 12 months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate? Yes. When I find a really good Xbox Game Pass Ultimate discount, I usually buy an entire year of the membership and because it's stackable, I'm set for 1 year.
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What does Game Pass include?

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate
  • Play hundreds of high-quality games on console, PC, and cloud.
  • Greatest community of gamers on the most advanced multiplayer network.
  • New games added all the time.
  • EA Play membership included.
  • Unlock Riot Games benefits.
  • Exclusive member discounts and deals.
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What games are free on Xbox without pass?

Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One free-to-play games list
  • 3on3 FreeStyle.
  • A King's Tale: Final Fantasy XV.
  • APB Reloaded.
  • Apex Legends.
  • Asphalt 9: Legends.
  • Armored Warfare.
  • Battle Ages.
  • Battle Islands.
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Is Xbox Game Pass now free?

Subscription continues automatically at $9.99/mo. unless cancelled through your Microsoft Account. See terms. Requires Windows 10/11 (version 22H1 or higher) and the Xbox app to play PC games.
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How much does 1 month of Xbox Ultimate cost?

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 much is 2 months of Game Pass Ultimate?

New Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Subscribers Can Get 2 Months For $5 - GameSpot.
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Can I get Game Pass for $1?

Microsoft has stopped its $1 trial offer for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass.
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What is better Ultimate Game Pass or Gold?

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate includes all the benefits of Xbox Live Gold, plus over 100 high-quality console and PC games. New games are added all the time, so there's always something new to play.
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Is Game Pass Ultimate same price as gold?

Xbox Live Gold: Who it's for

If you only play a handful of online titles on your Xbox One, Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S and aren't interested in the hundreds of games available on Game Pass, you'll technically save a bunch of money sticking with Gold compared to the $14.99 per month Game Pass Ultimate subscription.
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