Are Gamers Leaving Xbox?
Developments that are of particular interest to Xbox Game Pass users are on the agenda. While console and game prices have increased with recent price hikes, Game Pass’s exemption from this increase is considered a temporary situation. Players have begun to discuss canceling their subscriptions or leaving the Xbox platform entirely in the face of the expectation of an upcoming price hike.
Xbox Game Pass Price Hike Leaves Players Undecided
Although the latest statements from Xbox do not directly cover Game Pass, the price adjustments made have strengthened the expectation that this service may soon be increased. The 20 percent increase in Xbox Series X consoles and the 14 percent increase in game prices have directly turned users’ attention to the subscription system. The company’s failure to reflect this hike on Game Pass is considered only a temporary strategy.
There are serious discussions on this issue on gaming forums. The “lol” response from industry insiders on the Reset Era platform was interpreted by users as a sign of the price hike news. Although there was no clear announcement, this post was perceived by many as a signal of an impending price hike. It is expected that the subscription price will be updated, especially before major productions to be released towards the end of the year.
Calls to “cancel the subscription” have become widespread among users. Some Xbox users, who react to economic conditions and successive price hike decisions, argue that this situation can only change with a consumer boycott. Many commentators openly state that they are considering stopping using Xbox if the Game Pass fee increases.
The question of “how much will it increase?” is also on the agenda with the expectation of a price hike. It is said that the monthly fee of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate may increase by $5 to $25. This represents a limiting point for many users. On the other hand, considering the previous price hike rates, it seems possible that the new fee will be between $22 and $24.
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