Microsoft has overhauled Xbox Game Pass, announcing three upgraded Xbox Game Pass plans: Essential, Premium, and Ultimate.

Essential will replace the existing Game Pass Core, and Premium will replace the existing Game Pass Standard. Neither plan will see a price increase. However, Ultimate will see a 50% price increase, from $19.99 to $29.99 per month.

PC Game Pass hasn't received any updates, but it still offers launch-day access to first-party Xbox games. Its price has increased 40%, from $11.99 to $16.49.

Essential ($9.99/month) – Replaces Core, no price increase

Over 50 games

Playable on PC, console, and the cloud

Unlimited cloud gaming

In-game benefits (including Riot games)

Online multiplayer on consoles

Earn up to $25/year in the store through a rewards system

Premium ($14.99/month) – Replaces Standard, no price increase

Over 200 games

Playable on PC, console, and the cloud

New Xbox games will be added within one year of release (excluding the Call of Duty series)

Unlimited cloud gaming with shorter queues

In-game benefits (including Riot games)

Online multiplayer on consoles

Earn up to $50/year in the store through a rewards system

Ultimate ($29.99/month | HK$170) – 50% price increase from $19.99

Over 400 games

Playable on PC, console, and the cloud

Over 75 launch games each year, including all Xbox releases on day one

Includes Ubisoft+ Classics and EA Play, plus Fortnite starting in November (requires Game Pass Ultimate subscription)

Unlimited cloud gaming with the best graphics and shortest queue times

In-game bonuses (including Riot Games)

Online multiplayer on consoles

Earn up to $100 per year in the store through a rewards system

PC Game Pass ($16.49 per month) – 40% price increase from $11.99

Same features as before / No new upgrades

In addition, Hogwarts Legacy is joining Ultimate, Premium, and PC Game Pass today.