Xbox Game Pass price history & increases

Current Xbox Game Pass prices (US)

US list prices in USD before tax, promotions and bundles.

Free plan or trial: No free tier.

Xbox Game Pass price history

1. -23%
   price decrease

   • Ultimate: $29.99/mo → $22.99/mo

   Day-one Call of Duty releases were removed from the plan.

   Apr 21, 2026 · source: news.xbox.com · prices checked on the page Nov 2
2. -15%
   price decrease

   • PC Game Pass: $16.49/mo → $13.99/mo

   Apr 21, 2026 · source: news.xbox.com · prices checked on the page Nov 2
3. model
   pricing model change

   • Ultimate: $19.99/mo → $29.99/mo

   Plans were restructured (Essential/Premium/Ultimate) with new benefits.

   Not like-for-like. What the plan includes changed along with the price. Not counted as a hike.

   Oct 1, 2025 · source: theverge.com · prices checked on the page Nov 2
4. +38%
   price increase

   • PC Game Pass: $11.99/mo → $16.49/mo

   Oct 1, 2025 · source: theverge.com · prices checked on the page Nov 2

Xbox Game Pass pricing FAQ

How much does Xbox Game Pass cost?

Xbox Game Pass costs $9.99–$22.99/month in the US (prices checked Nov 2, 2026). Plans: Ultimate $22.99/month; PC Game Pass $13.99/month; Premium $14.99/month; Essential $9.99/month.

Did Xbox Game Pass raise its prices?

Yes. Last raised on Oct 1, 2025 (PC Game Pass: $11.99 → $16.49/month, +38%). It is the only sourced price increase on record.

What is the cheapest Xbox Game Pass plan?

The cheapest Xbox Game Pass plan is Essential at $9.99/month.

Does Xbox Game Pass have a free trial or free plan?

No free tier.

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