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Microsoft replacing Xbox Live Gold with cheaper Xbox Game Pass Core subscription in September

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Overview

  • Xbox Live Gold will be discontinued on September 1 and current subscribers transferred to new Xbox Game Pass Core.
  • Xbox Game Pass Core will cost $9.99 monthly or $59.99 annually and include online multiplayer access.
  • Xbox Game Pass Core will offer a catalog of over 25 games, with new titles added every 2-3 months.
  • Games with Gold free monthly games will end when Xbox Live Gold is discontinued.
  • Microsoft aims to boost Xbox Game Pass subscriptions and push users to higher Game Pass Ultimate tier.