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The article discusses how the author stacked their Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription until 2028 by taking advantage of Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals, notably a 50% discount on codes, which significantly reduces the cost despite recent price hikes. It highlights the value of purchasing discounted codes to lock in lower prices and avoid future increases, emphasizing the importance of timing deals for gamers looking to save money.
Sony has added cloud gaming support to its PlayStation Portal handheld, allowing users to stream select PS5 games and access a catalog via PlayStation Plus, but only with a $17.99/month PlayStation Plus Premium subscription.
Rumors suggest Xbox may eliminate online multiplayer fees with its next-gen console, potentially pressuring Sony to keep charging for PS6 multiplayer. While many players enjoy free online games on PC and some free-to-play titles, PS Plus offers additional benefits that may justify its cost. The decision could influence consumer preferences, but the impact depends on how Sony responds and the value of PS Plus perks.
Amazon is offering a 3-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for $60, providing a chance to lock in current prices before a planned 50% increase by Microsoft, which affects US and UK users. The pass includes access to hundreds of games, online multiplayer, EA Play, and early releases, but is non-refundable and non-returnable.
Amazon has unexpectedly reduced the price of three-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate memberships to $56.99, offering a significant discount amid a recent 50% price increase for the service in the US. This presents an opportunity for current and potential subscribers to stock up before the new prices take effect in November, potentially saving hundreds of dollars over the next few years. However, the overall cost of maintaining a subscription remains high, especially with the new monthly rate of $29.99.
Microsoft has removed the Xbox Game Pass discount on DLC and in-game purchases, replacing it with a rewards points system to encourage spending within its ecosystem, amidst ongoing changes and price increases to the Game Pass subscription service.
Microsoft announced a significant price hike for its Xbox Game Pass subscription, leading to player backlash and cancellations, amid broader increases in gaming and console prices due to market conditions and development costs.
Microsoft has increased the price of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate to $29.99/month, adding new features like more game titles, cloud gaming improvements, and additional perks, while rebranding and expanding other tiers such as Essential and Premium with larger libraries and new benefits. PC Game Pass also saw a price hike to $16.49/month, with more Ubisoft titles included. These changes reflect Microsoft's ongoing investment in its gaming services and a focus on providing more value to subscribers.
Sony announced the July PS Plus monthly games, including Diablo IV, The King of Fighters XV, and Jusant, with Diablo IV as the highlight. The announcement coincides with the 15th anniversary of PS Plus, which also features special offers and free multiplayer for non-subscribers. Sony continues to add value to the service, though it does not plan to release first-party games on launch day.
Woot is offering a 3-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription for $33.99, with an additional $5 discount for new customers using the code GAMEPASS, bringing the price down to $28.99. This deal coincides with the release of "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle," available to Game Pass Ultimate members on December 9, or December 6 with a Digital Premium Upgrade. The Game Pass offers a wide range of games and is considered a great value for gaming enthusiasts.
Black Friday offers significant savings on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, with deals like 3 months for $27.99, making it an attractive option for gamers. Despite a recent price hike, the subscription remains a cost-effective way to access popular games like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. The service now includes Xbox Cloud Gaming's "Bring Your Own Games" feature, allowing users to stream owned titles without downloads. Xbox Game Pass can also be shared with others on the same console, enhancing its value.
Nvidia has announced significant changes to its GeForce Now cloud gaming service, including a new 100-hour monthly streaming cap for new subscribers starting January 1, 2025. Existing subscribers or those who join before the end of 2024 will not face this limit until 2026. The Priority membership will be renamed to Performance, maintaining the same price but adding support for 1440p and ultrawide resolutions. Nvidia aims to avoid price increases with these changes and offers a temporary 25% discount on day passes until November 22.
Apple highlighted spatial gaming experiences on the Vision Pro headset, featuring 12 unique spatial games available exclusively via the Apple Arcade gaming subscription service. These spatial games leverage the Vision Pro's capabilities, allowing players to interact with digital content in their physical environment using their eyes, hands, and voice. Apple also teased upcoming spatial gaming experiences and reiterated that Apple Arcade provides access to hundreds of ad-free games across various Apple devices for $6.99 per month or as part of the Apple One subscription bundle.
Ubisoft's new subscription service, Ubisoft+, allows gamers to stream a wide catalog of games, but with a catch for those who have already purchased the games at full price. Ubisoft's director of subscriptions announced that gamers can only play their purchased games on weekends and some school nights if they've been good, sparking criticism from fans who feel their ownership rights are being restricted. The move has led to backlash from gamers who see it as another attempt to take away their ownership privileges, with some expressing frustration and planning to take their games elsewhere.
Ubisoft's director of subscriptions, Philippe Tremblay, believes that players need to become "comfortable" with the idea of not owning their games as the company rebrands its subscription service, Ubisoft+ Premium, and expands its offerings. Tremblay argues that gaming should follow the streaming trend seen in other entertainment sectors, emphasizing that players won't lose their progress and will have access to games when they want. The service currently offers access to new games on Xbox, PC, and Amazon Luna for a monthly fee, with plans for further expansion and inclusion of upcoming titles.