Key Facts:
- Xbox Game Pass Ultimate has dropped from $29.99 to $22.99 a month.
- PC Game Pass has also fallen, from $16.49 to $13.99 a month.
- Future Call of Duty titles will not launch in Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass on day one.
- Those new Call of Duty games will arrive later, during the following holiday season.
- Xbox says the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate price update responds to player feedback.
Quick Summary:
| Update | New price | Old price | What it means |
| Game Pass Ultimate | $22.99/month | $29.99/month | Lower monthly cost for the top tier. |
| PC Game Pass | $13.99/month | $16.49/month | Lower monthly cost for PC players. |
| Call of Duty timing | Later release | Day-one access removed | New titles arrive in the following holiday season. |
Background:
The latest Xbox Game Pass Ultimate price update is now live, and the change matters for both console and PC players. Xbox said the new monthly rates begin immediately, with Game Pass Ultimate now priced at $22.99 and PC Game Pass at $13.99. The company also noted that prices may vary by region.
For many subscribers, the headline is simple: the service is cheaper. For others, the bigger shift is in game timing. Xbox confirmed that future Call of Duty titles will no longer join Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass at launch. Instead, new Call of Duty releases will come to those plans during the following holiday season, roughly a year later. Existing Call of Duty games already in the library will remain available.
This Xbox Game Pass update still leaves Ultimate with a broad offering. Xbox says subscribers will keep access to hundreds of games across console and PC, along with current Call of Duty titles, in-game benefits, online console multiplayer, unlimited Xbox Cloud Gaming, and major day-one releases.
Xbox also said the change reflects feedback from players across different regions and play styles. That line matters. It suggests the company sees the new pricing and release timing as part of a broader reset for the service, not a small adjustment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What changed in the Xbox Game Pass update?
Xbox lowered the monthly price of Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, while also changing when future Call of Duty titles arrive on the service.
How much does Xbox Game Pass Ultimate cost now?
It now costs $22.99 per month.
How much is PC Game Pass now?
PC Game Pass now costs $13.99 per month.
Will new Call of Duty games launch on Game Pass right away?
No. Xbox said future Call of Duty titles will come to Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass during the following holiday season.
Do existing Call of Duty games stay in the library?
Yes. Xbox said current Call of Duty titles already in the library will remain available.
