Xbox Game Pass Core: Price, games list and more

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What is Xbox Game Pass Core and how much is it?

By Dave LeClair

Updated Sep 14, 2023

Microsoft has a new Game Pass tier called Game Pass Core. What do you get with this new tier, and how much does it cost?

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Xbox Game Pass Core is a more affordable subscription option that replaces Xbox Live Gold, providing access to online multiplayer gaming and a curated selection of over 25 games.
Game Pass Core costs $9.99 per month or $59.99 per year, making it a good budget-friendly choice compared to the more expensive Game Pass Ultimate.
Existing Xbox Live Gold subscribers will automatically become Game Pass Core subscribers, gaining access to the Core library of games without any change in their subscription price. However, the Games With Gold program has been discontinued.