Microsoft Revives Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Discount Scheme Amid Price Hike And Upcoming Releases

Microsoft has brought back its $1 first month deal for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass after temporarily removing the offer.
The reinstatement comes after Microsoft increased the price of Game Pass Ultimate memberships and plans to release at least one new exclusive game each quarter into next year.
Microsoft ended a hack that allowed gamers to get long-term Game Pass Ultimate subscriptions at a lower monthly price.
The timing of reinstating the $1 deal raises questions about Microsoft's motivation, including speculation of low sign-up numbers, slowing growth, and the upcoming release of the Xbox exclusive Starfield.
Game Pass gives gamers access to over 300 games on Xbox and PC, and the $1 deal allows new members to try the subscription service before the price increases after the first month.