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XBOX and Meta: More Ways to Enjoy XBOX Game Pass
Meta is expanding its Horizon+ subscription to include Xbox Game Pass perks, bringing a 'Starter Edition' to Quest users.
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Xbox Game Pass was a good idea in theory, former Forza Horizon 5 director says, but "the reality is not enough people have subscribed"
A former Forza Horizon 5 director claims Xbox Game Pass failed to attract enough subscribers, contributing to current company layoffs.
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Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Halo: Campaign Evolved, Beast of Reincarnation, and More
Xbox Game Pass is expanding its library with a new wave of titles, including Halo: Campaign Evolved and Beast of Reincarnation.
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Xbox Game Pass loses eight more games at the end of July
Xbox Game Pass will remove eight titles from its library on July 31, 2026, prompting some subscribers to consider canceling.
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Two 'Day One' Games Are Available Today Across Xbox And PC Game Pass (July 17)
Xbox Game Pass is seeing a volatile July with new 'Day One' releases and perks countered by reports of internal studio friction and upcoming title losses.
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Xbox Game Pass adds Mavrix by Matt Jones today
Xbox Game Pass is expanding its library with the global launch of the multiplayer title Mavrix alongside reports of internal friction regarding the service.
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Xbox Game Pass adds Buckshot Roulette in surprise drop
The viral indie horror title Buckshot Roulette has made a surprise debut on Xbox Game Pass.
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Microsoft Spent $80 Billion On Its Bet For Xbox Game Pass. It Did Not Work.
Microsoft is reconsidering its multiplatform strategy as Xbox Game Pass subscriber numbers fluctuate and exclusive titles return to the spotlight.
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Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1+ 2, The Planet Crafter, Palworld 1.0, and More
Xbox Game Pass is expanding its library with several new titles and updates arriving in July 2026.
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Game Pass Is Reportedly Back Down To 30 Million Subscribers
Xbox Game Pass has reportedly fallen to approximately 30 million subscribers as the service fails to meet Microsoft's growth projections.
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State of Decay 3 Developer Undead Labs Splits From XBOX
Undead Labs, developer of State of Decay 3, is splitting from Xbox as part of a broader sale of studios.
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11 Games Are Leaving Xbox Game Pass In Early July 2026
11 games are leaving Xbox Game Pass in early July 2026
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Free Play Days – Call of Duty Black Ops 7, Diablo IV, Ikonei Island: An Earthlock Adventure, and More
Xbox has offered several titles for free during Free Play Days, while Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 transitions to a standalone game.
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Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Pre-Order Ad Reminds Everyone It’s ‘Not On Xbox Game Pass This Year’
Activision is drawing attention to Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 by explicitly noting its absence from Xbox Game Pass in pre-order advertisements.
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Xbox One gets a rare busy month with 12 noteworthy games coming July 2026
Xbox One is seeing a rare surge in content with 12 noteworthy games arriving in July 2026 via Xbox Game Pass.