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Xbox Game Pass Standard: Essential Guide To The New Subscription Plan

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Xbox Game Pass Standard

Xbox is a gaming platform where you can access multiple games. The platform has brought out a new subscription through which you can access the platform for low rates. In this article, we will discuss the details of the Xbox Game Pass Standard subscription plan.

Xbox Game Pass In Detail

You can use the Xbox game pass to play on the console or your PC or both based on the plan you are going to select. There are four game pass categories on the Xbox platform.

  1. Game Pass Ultimate: You can use the ultimate pass to play Xbox games on the PC, console, and across other devices connected through the cloud platform. 
  2. Game Pass Standard: The standard pass allows you to use the multiplayer option on the console and offer discounts to the members.
  3. Game Pass Core: In the game pass core, you can access the multiplayer facility in the console and play a specially curated category of games. You are also entitled to member discounts. 
  4. PC Game Pass: It includes many high-quality games that you can play on the PC. 
Xbox Game Pass In Detail

More About Xbox Game Pass Standard

Xbox Game Pass Standard is a replacement for the Game Pass Console plan. It costs $15 per month. The major point of attraction of the Xbox Game Pass Standard is that you can access a game library of 300 games. You can play many games online in multiplayer mode.

However, it is to be noted that Xbox Game Pass Standard does not allow you to play on the PC. It is also not suitable for those players looking for EA Play or Day 1 releases. We hope that such games will be made available to the standard plan purchasers in due course. 

If you are a player planning to do gaming only on the console and who do not want access to Day 1 releases, you can choose the Xbox Game Pass Standard subscription plan. This plan is suitable for you if you do not want to play on the PC or use cloud gaming platforms.

To buy the Xbox Game Pass Standard you can go to the Xbox store and go to the subscription tab to subscribe to this pass. After you pay the subscription fees and join the Xbox Game Pass Standard, you can access all your Xbox Game Pass benefits on the Xbox Game Pass tab on your console.

If you are upgrading from the Xbox Game Pass Core to the Xbox Game Pass Standard Subscription, you can convert the time left on the core subscription to be used on the standard subscription. You can enjoy upto a maximum of 13 months.

With the  Xbox Game Pass Standard Subscription, you can play all the multiplayer games on the platform online. Xbox Game Pass Standard Subscription contains all the benefits of the Xbox Game Pass Core subscription that you can make use of on the console. 

A disadvantage of the Xbox Game Pass Standard Subscription is that you cannot access cloud gaming on your Xbox console, PCs using Windows 10/11, and mobile devices. For that, you need to upgrade to a Game Pass Ultimate subscription. 

Manage Or Cancel The Xbox Game Pass Standard Subscription

Here are the easy steps that you should follow to manage or cancel your Xbox Game Pass Standard Subscription. 

  • Sign in to your Xbox account and go to the manage tab to manage or cancel your subscription. Click on the cancel button to easily cancel your subscription. 
  • If you are a gamer using the console, you can manage or cancel your subscription by clicking the controller’s Xbox button and navigating to the profile and system settings. Then, select your account and select the type of subscription to cancel. 

The Bottom Line

Xbox Game Pass Standard Subscription is a new subscription option that helps you play Xbox games with a low subscription fee. You should make use of this subscription option to get the ultimate gaming experience on the Xbox platform.

Deidra Hayes

Deidra Hayes is a gaming journalist with over 10 years of experience. She holds a Bachelor's in Interactive Media Design from Stanford University and has written for IGN and GameSpot. Deidra specializes in game reviews, industry analysis, and developer interviews. Her expertise spans multiple gaming platforms and genres.

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