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Xbox Game Pass Gets a Price…Decrease! – Unlocked 738

Apr 23, 2026 · 1h 7m

Summary

Hosts Ryan McCaffrey, Michael Haim, and Miranda Sanchez discuss Xbox’s decision to lower Game Pass Ultimate to $23/month while delaying day-one Call of Duty releases. They analyze the business logic behind the price adjustment and the removal of CoD, debating its impact on subscriber value and Asha Sharma’s leadership. The trio also explores future implications for major titles like Elder Scrolls VI and the potential evolution of PC Game Pass as a standalone tier.

Topics discussed

Sponsors and Intro Skit Game Pass Ultimate Price Decrease Announcement Call of Duty Removal from Game Pass Analysis of Xbox Strategy and Asha's Leadership Future of Elder Scrolls 6 and PC Game Pass Personal Subscriptions and Value Perception ID@Xbox Showcase Highlights: Tears of Metal and Crash Out Crew Upcoming Releases: Vampire Survivors 2 and Deep Dish Dungeon Indie Picks: Inko Beanie, Bist, and Tyo's Choice Humble Bundle Plug and Outro
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