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Microsoft cuts Game Pass subscription prices after new Xbox CEO promises to 'recommit' to gamers / But the subscriptions won't have new "Call of Duty" games at launch time.
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Analysis Summary
Microsoft is cutting Game Pass prices — Ultimate drops from $29.99 to $22.99 a month, PC version from $16.49 to $13.99 — after new gaming CEO Asha Sharma said the service had become too expensive. The tradeoff: new Call of Duty games won't launch on Game Pass anymore; players have to buy them at $69.99 or wait months. Gaming revenue is struggling (down 10% year-over-year) and accounts for only 7% of Microsoft's total revenue, so the price cut is a competitive move to rebuild the subscriber base under new leadership.
Claims Analysis (4)
“Microsoft cuts Game Pass subscription prices”
Game Pass Ultimate cut from $29.99 to $22.99/month; PC Game Pass from $16.49 to $13.99. Confirmed by CNBC, Xbox Wire, GameSpot, and local news.
“New Xbox CEO promises to 'recommit' to gamers”
Asha Sharma, new gaming chief (started February 2026), made this commitment. Confirmed across multiple outlets including direct Xbox Wire statement.
“New 'Call of Duty' games won't be included in Game Pass at launch”
Article explicitly states new Call of Duty titles will no longer be part of subscriptions at launch; gamers must buy ($69.99) or wait for older versions. Confirmed by CNBC, GameSpot, and Xbox Wire.
“Asha Sharma replaced Phil Spencer as Microsoft's gaming chief in February”
Article states Sharma 'replaced Phil Spencer as Microsoft's gaming chief in February.' Hollywood Reporter and CNBC both confirm February timing.
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