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Fortune reports that Microsoft plans to overhaul Game Pass with a customizable system in 2027.
Microsoft is reportedly planning an overhaul of Game Pass that would replace the current three-tier subscription system with an á la carte model. According to a report from Fortune, this new system would allow players to build their own feature-sets by picking specific subscription benefits.
Insiders told Fortune that this service is planned for a 2027 launch. The change could result in a more affordable entry-level price, an option Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has previously expressed interest in. However, the report also notes that a complete Game Pass experience might cost more under this model. The move is part of a strategy to increase revenue, player counts, and profits through Xbox exclusive games and Game Pass subscriptions.
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