Microsoft Expands Xbox Game Pass with New Titles and Pricing Adjustments

03 Sep 2024

Upcoming Titles for Xbox Game Pass

Microsoft has unveiled an exciting lineup of titles set to enhance the Xbox Game Pass experience for console, PC, and Xbox Cloud Gaming users. The journey begins today with the arrival of Star Trucker, paving the way for Age of Mythology: Retold and Expeditions: A MudRunner Game, both scheduled for release later this week.

  • Star Trucker (Cloud, Console, and PC) – September 3
  • Age of Mythology: Retold (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) – September 4
  • Expeditions: A MudRunner Game (Cloud, Console, and PC) – September 5
  • Riders Republic (Cloud, Console, and PC) – September 11
  • Train Sim World 5 (Cloud, Console, and PC) – September 17

Titles Leaving Game Pass

As new adventures arrive, some titles will bid farewell to the service. Notable departures on September 15 include:

  • Ashes of Singularity: Escalation (PC)
  • FIFA 23 (Cloud, Console, and PC) EA Play
  • Payday 3 (Cloud, Console, and PC)
  • Slime Rancher 2 (Cloud, Console, and PC)
  • SpiderHeck (Cloud, Console, and PC)
  • You Suck At Parking (Cloud, Console, and PC)

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Beta and Launch

Subscribers of Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass PC, and Game Pass Console are currently invited to participate in the open beta for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. This follows the historic addition of Modern Warfare 3 to Game Pass in July, marking it as the first title from the franchise to join the service. Anticipation builds as Black Ops 6 is set to launch on October 25, 2024, as the first Call of Duty game to debut on the subscription service on its release day.

Strategic Adjustments to Xbox Game Pass

In a strategic move, Microsoft has recently adjusted Xbox Game Pass pricing and announced plans for a new Standard subscription tier that will exclude day-one releases. Furthermore, there are discussions regarding the potential introduction of additional tiers, including a cloud-only option, indicating a continued evolution of the service to meet diverse gaming preferences.

Who makes Western Star trucks?

Western Star trucks are manufactured by Western Star Trucks Sales, Inc., a subsidiary of Daimler Trucks North America, which is itself a division of the German multinational corporation Daimler AG. The company has been producing heavy-duty trucks since its founding in 1967, specializing in vehicles designed for rugged terrains and demanding industries like construction and logging.

What is a Western Star truck?

A Western Star truck is a brand of heavy-duty vehicles designed for various demanding applications including long-haul transportation, construction, and logging. Known for their durability and customizability, these trucks are built to handle tough conditions and are equipped with powerful engines and robust chassis. The brand emphasizes quality, strength, and comfort, making Western Star trucks a popular choice among professionals in heavy-duty sectors.

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