Lock in the Cheaper Game Pass Price Before It's Too Late
Lock in the Cheaper Game Pass Price Before It's Too Late originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
Rumors are circulating that Microsoft is about to increase the cost of Game Pass. If you want to keep the cheaper price as long as possible, you'll want to lock it in now.
Xbox Game Pass Core - 12 Month Membership is $75 on Amazon. By purchasing this option, you can lock in a cheaper price for a full year, even if Microsoft increases the price later.
The Amazon link lets you purchase a digital code for a 12 month license to Xbox Game Pass Core. The listing also has options for shorter six month, three month and one month codes.
Xbox Game Pass Core was formerly known as Xbox Live Gold, according to the description. It gives you all the benefits of online console multiplayer from Xbox Live Gold, plus access to a library of more than 25 high-quality console games. You may also get access to Game Pass promotions, with member deals and discounts of up to 50% off.
Amazon writes about Xbox Game Pass Core, "Featuring online console multiplayer, a catalog of over 25 high-quality games, member deals, and more. Includes online console multiplayer to quickly find the people you want to play with—whether it's friends, family, or the greater Xbox community. Plus, enjoy a catalog of over 25 high-quality games including Grounded, Among Us, Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice, and more on console. Dive into select titles from iconic franchises like Halo, Forza, Psychonauts, Fallout, and others that you've always wanted to try. Get member deals of up to 50% off select titles with Game Pass promotions."
The Game Pass has a 4.4 out of 5 star rating on Amazon.
"Very easy to use and fast delivery I received the code within 10 minutes of ordering," one person writes.
Another person shares, "Great deal for anyone that needs XBOX Live with perks. I would purchase again."Lock in the Cheaper Game Pass Price Before It's Too Late first appeared on Athlon Sports on Jun 16, 2025
This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 16, 2025, where it first appeared.
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