Industry Expert on Why “I really can’t be mad at potential Xbox Game Pass price increases” after Major Studio Shutdowns

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Industry Expert on Why “I really can’t be **** at potential Xbox Game Pass price increases” after Major Studio Shutdowns

Mircosoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard undoubtedly caused considerable waves in the video gaming industry. However, one of the biggest mysteries has been how exactly

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will handle Call of Duty. The franchise has been one of the most popular ones out there, so much so that some believed Xbox bringing such a massive money-maker on Game Pass would make them lose on profit. 

Recently, several rumors have suggested that

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plans to change the Game Pass structure to accommodate Call of Duty’s future addition. While this might increase the price of the subscription service, many in the industry believe it’s a fair move by

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, considering the value Game Pass brings. 

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Xbox Game Pass price hike makes sense according to industry experts | Xbox

There’s no doubt that Xbox Game Pass is one of the most popular gaming-based subscription services out there right now. The service has grown in popularity by bringing the games on both consoles and PCs, expanding its player base to millions. The last time

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increased the subscription service price was when Starfield was released, and with Call of Duty on the horizon, we’re likely to get more new tiers and pricing changes.

While the price hike may seem strange at first, considering Mircosoft has been shutting down studios left and right, some in the industry believe that it’s the right move by the company. One of the gaming industry experts, Klobrille, chimed in on the situation and talked about the overall value Game Pass brings for everyone. 

I’m **** at Xbox for closing studios along with other smaller things, but I really can’t be **** at potential Xbox Game Pass price increases. Game Pass, to me, feels like it overdelivers in value. All the growth in first-party results in an increasing number of Day One releases.

— Klobrille (@klobrille)

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One can’t ignore the value game passes bring. The subscription service has a huge library of games, and the collection constantly increases monthly. Alongside a huge catalog, we also get day-one releases and the ease of trying multiple games simultaneously. The subscription mode has completely revolutionized the gaming industry, offering a flexible and cost-effective way for players to experience gaming without purchasing individual Portales. 

It’s also worth remembering that

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’s current Xbox strategy isn’t focused on consoles. It’s centered around Game Pass, and buying studios such as Bethesda and Activision Blizzard is a clear attempt by the company to get the Game Pass subscription numbers growing again after they hit a ******* of stagnation. The value Game Pass brings to the table is something that even Sony can’t do with its own subscription.

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Xbox Game Pass price hike rumors cause an uproar in the community | Xbox

Although Xbox Game Pass is a great service, the community hasn’t taken the news of the price hike lightly. Many in the community are excited to see Call of Duty make it to the Game Pass, but some fans are undeniably frustrated with

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’s recent choices and strategies and harbor some concerns.

If they raise prices I’m out. Maybe they should buy much less licenses for smaller “boutique” games to keep the price cheaper, & focus on high profile games, even if there are less in the catalog. Or drop them into a lower cost tier. Like $5 a month for dozens of indie games.

— Nathan Smith (@nathantweet)

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Some players feel

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should keep their promise of first delivering AAA games if they’re looking to increase the prices of the service for the second time.

What a joke. They didnt deliver the promises of AAA yet and they want to increase the price a second time ?

— Craig le brute (@gamer_fou)

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Others feel that

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must work on the consistency of Game Pass and constantly deliver quality games.

they need to improve on consistency across all months. sometimes there are an overwhelming amount of high profile additions and then other times there’s barely anything.

— Captain Boomerang (@RagnarokofWar)

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Fans are concerned about Xbox’s current strategy and how Mircosoft could turn around such a highly negative perception. At this point, a major reevaluation of Xbox Game Pass might be necessary, including what games are brought to the service and its cost. 

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