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What's the difference between Game Pass and 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 Game Pass the same as Game Pass Ultimate?

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, takes all of that and combines it with PC Game Pass (the platform's PC equivalent subscription service). You get access to all the games on Xbox Game Pass alongside a bumper library of PC games, including heavy hitters like Total War: Warhammer 3 and Age of Empires 4.
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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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What is the point of Game Pass Ultimate?

What is Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and what are its benefits? Xbox Game Pass Ultimate includes all the benefits of Xbox Live Gold, plus hundreds of high-quality console and PC games. New games are added all the time, so there's always something new to play. Enjoy exclusive member deals and discounts.
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Do you get to keep games forever with the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate?

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.
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How much does Game Pass Ultimate cost 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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How much does Game Pass cost per month?

How much does Xbox Game Pass 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.
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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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Is Xbox Game Pass Ultimate $1 a month?

Xbox Game Pass started in June 2017, with the $1 trial subscription offers quickly following. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, which bundles an Xbox Live Gold membership with access to Game Pass' console and PC libraries for a $14.99 monthly fee, was introduced in 2019.
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Which Xbox plan should I buy?

Are you someone who is going to play a few games online and only those games on a regular basis? Then you'll want Xbox Live Gold. On the other hand, if you want what is the equivalent to "Netflix for video games," then Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is an easy choice.
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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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What is the cheapest Game Pass option?

Choose the plan that's right for you
  • Game Pass Ultimate. BEST DEAL. Get Game Pass Ultimate. for. $14.99/month* ...
  • PC Game Pass. Get PC Game Pass. for. $9.99/month* ...
  • Game Pass for Console. Get Game Pass for Console. for. $9.99/month*
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Can you pay Game Pass yearly?

Yes. However, if you upgrade to the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate plan, any prepaid time will be applied until the subscription has ended, up to 36 months.
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Why did Xbox give me a free $10 dollars?

Fans began receiving free $10 vouchers in their Xbox Live messages yesterday as part of Xbox's ongoing Spring celebration (via ComicBook). "Spring sale starts today!" reads the message.
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Are Game Pass games free 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.
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How much is 3 years of Game Pass?

Loading up an account with three years of Xbox Live Gold ($180) and then converting it to Game Pass Ultimate for an additional $15 essentially locks in that $5-per-month rate for three years, which outlives the beta period pricing by a long shot.
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How many games a month do you get with Xbox Game Pass?

Extra benefits for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members

Get 2 free games a month and save up to 50% on game purchases.
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How many games are on Game Pass?

Xbox Game Pass has unlimited access to over 100 high-quality games—with titles added all the time. Whether you play console games, PC games, or both, there's a plan for you.
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How do I keep Game Pass games forever?

Game pass games are generally yours to play for as long as:
  1. The game is in the Game Pass program. Games come and go from Game Pass.
  2. 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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Can I get a yearly subscription to 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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How long does Ultimate Game Pass last?

Subscription continues automatically unless cancelled through your Microsoft Account. See terms.
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How long is the $1 Ultimate Game Pass?

Is the Xbox game pass $1 forever or just one month? the deal you are looking for clarity on goes as follows. upgrading from xbox live gold to xbox gamepass ultimate cost $1 to upgrade. and applies for up to 36 months of active gold subscription.
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