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Highlights Microsoft introduces three new Xbox Game Pass tiers - Essential, Premium, and Ultimate. Prices have increased across all plans in India with Ultimate now ₹1,389/month and PC Game Pass at ₹939/month. Ultimate tier offers 400+ games, 75+ day-one titles, Fortnite Crew, Ubisoft+ Classics, EA Play, and up to ₹8,300 in annual rewards. Caption - Microsoft Xbox Game Pass. (Image credit - Microsoft) Microsoft has officially rolled out three new Xbox Game Pass tiers, Essential, Premium, and Ultimate. All are aimed at catering to different types of players across console, PC, and cloud gaming. Alongside these updates comes a price hike with each plan now offering a larger game catalogue, enhanced rewards, and more in-game perks. The company says the move is intended to provide “more value, more benefits, and more great games” to subscribers worldwide. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate The Ultimate tier has received its most extensive overhaul yet. Subscribers now get access to over 75 day-one titles annually, including blockbuster releases like Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, High on Life 2, Keeper, Ninja Gaiden 4, and The Outer Worlds 2. Caption - Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. (Image credit - Microsoft) The overall library has grown to 400+ games, with 45+ new additions such as Blue Prince, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and Hollow Knight: Silksong. Additional Ultimate perks include - Fortnite Crew (starting November 18) with monthly V-Bucks and Battle Pass access. Ubisoft+ Classics featuring Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, and Ghost Recon Breakpoint. EA Play access bundled in. Upgraded cloud gaming with 1440p streaming, faster load times, and a full exit from “Beta.” Revamped Rewards program offering up to $100 yearly, 30% discounts on select Game Pass games, 4x points on purchases, 10% points back on add-ons, and up to 20% off Game Pass titles. Xbox Game Pass Premium Positioned between Essential and Ultimate, the Premium plan balances affordability and access. It provides 200+ games across console, PC, and cloud, including fan favorites like Minecraft, Forza Horizon 5, Grand Theft Auto V, Diablo IV, and Hogwarts Legacy. First-party Xbox titles are added within a year of launch (except Call of Duty). Caption - Xbox Game Pass Premium. (Image credit - Microsoft) Other Premium benefits include - Unlimited cloud gaming including select owned titles. Exclusive in-game perks for League of Legends, Call of Duty: Warzone, and Rainbow Six Siege X. Rewards worth up to $50 yearly, 2x points on purchases, and 5% points back on selected games and add-ons. Xbox Game Pass Essential Caption - Xbox Game Pass Essential. (Image credit - Microsoft) The entry-level Essential plan introduces players to the Game Pass ecosystem with a curated library of 50+ titles like Hades, Stardew Valley, Cities: Skylines – Remastered, and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide. Its benefits include - Unlimited cloud gaming (including select owned games). Online multiplayer support. In-game perks for League of Legends, Call of Duty: Warzone, and Overwatch 2. Rewards worth up to $25 yearly, along with points on purchases. Updated Pricing (India) Caption - Xbox Game Pass Prices. (Image credit - Microsoft) Game Pass Essential - ₹99 for the first month, then ₹499/month Game Pass Premium - ₹99 for the first 14 days, then ₹699/month Game Pass Ultimate - ₹1,389/month (up from ₹829) PC Game Pass - ₹939/month (up from ₹449) Existing subscribers will be migrated automatically. Core members shift to Essential, Standard members to Premium, and Ultimate members remain in the Ultimate plan. Microsoft also confirmed that pricing may vary by region, depending on exchange rates and local market conditions. FAQs Q1. What are the new Xbox Game Pass tiers introduced by Microsoft? Answer. Microsoft now offers three tiers: Essential, Premium, and Ultimate. Each caters to different player needs across console, PC, and cloud, with varying benefits and game libraries. Q2. What benefits come with the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate plan? Answer. Ultimate includes 400+ games, 75+ day-one titles yearly, Fortnite Crew, Ubisoft+ Classics, EA Play, upgraded cloud streaming, and up to ₹8,300 in annual rewards. Q3. How much does Xbox Game Pass cost in India after the price hike? Answer. Essential is ₹499/month, Premium is ₹699/month, Ultimate is ₹1,389/month, and PC Game Pass is ₹939/month. Introductory offers apply to new users. Also Read - https://www.mymobileindia.com/microsoft-and-asus-unveil-new-rog-xbox-ally-and-ally-x-new-handheld-gaming-pcs/ https://www.mymobileindia.com/xbox-home-screen-is-getting-cleaner-and-more-customisable-with-new-personalisation-features/

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