{"id":2022,"date":"2020-10-30T14:41:42","date_gmt":"2020-10-30T14:41:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/onlinegaminggear.com\/xbox-game-pass-ultimate-techradar\/"},"modified":"2021-02-01T06:31:21","modified_gmt":"2021-02-01T06:31:21","slug":"xbox-game-pass-ultimate-techradar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/onlinegaminggear.com\/xbox-game-pass-ultimate-techradar\/","title":{"rendered":"Xbox Game Pass Ultimate | TechRadar"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div id=\"article-body\">\n<aside class=\"hawk-placeholder\" data-model-name=\"Microsoft_Xbox_Game_Pass_Ultimate\" data-name=\"TOP widget\" data-render-type=\"fte\" data-skip=\"editorial\" data-widget-type=\"review\">\n<div class=\"hawk-main-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-title-container\">\n<p>Microsoft Xbox Game Pass Ultimate deals<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"hawk-tracking-pixel-container\"><\/span><span class=\"hawk-tracking-pixel-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lduhtrp.net\/image-6361382-13513947\" class=\"hawk-tracking-pixel-image\" draggable=\"false\"\/><\/span><\/aside>\n<p>Microsoft\u2019s Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is essentially a bundle of multiple services in one monthly payment. With it, subscribers get <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/xbox-games-pass\">Xbox Game Pass<\/a> for console, the PC version, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/xbox-live-gold-deals\">Xbox Live Gold<\/a> all rolled into one.<\/p>\n<p>That means you can pick from a buffet of games on console or PC, and be able to play them all online, and you may never need to buy a game ever again on Xbox One or one of the new <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/xbox-series-s\">Xbox Series S<\/a> \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/xbox-series-x\" data-original-url=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/xbox-series-x\">Series X<\/a> consoles.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"hawk-placeholder\" data-render-type=\"fte\" data-skip=\"dealsy\" data-widget-type=\"seasonal\"\/>\n<p>The service is such a core pillar of Xbox\u2019s strategy that you can buy one of the new consoles with it as part of the Xbox All Access service.<\/p>\n<p>With a wealth of third-party games rotated into the service on an almost weekly basis, first-party games arriving on launch day (including the upcoming <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/halo-infinite-gameplay-trailer-release-date-xbox-game-pass-and-what-we-know\">Halo Infinite<\/a>), and your monthly Xbox Live Gold fee included, it\u2019s a great deal even if you\u2019re just a console player.<\/p>\n<p>Factor in the PC version of Game Pass for even more titles to play, as well as the addition of EA Play on both platforms, and you\u2019ll never run out of games to try.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll even be able to stream Xbox games to your Android phone via Cloud Gaming (previously known as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/xbox-game-pass-ultimate\" data-original-url=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/project-xcloud-everything-we-know-about-microsofts-cloud-streaming-service\">Project xCloud<\/a>), and while iOS compatibility remains a big question mark, the current system works very well for anyone using Google\u2019s mobile OS.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s everything you need to know about the bundle, including how much it costs, and what it offers.<\/p>\n<figure data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:1200px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.25%;\"><picture><source type=\"image\/webp\" alt=\"Halo: The Master Chief Collection\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/9dtxwMP6XDW3frAZvcSke3-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/9dtxwMP6XDW3frAZvcSke3-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/9dtxwMP6XDW3frAZvcSke3-970-80.jpg.webp 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/9dtxwMP6XDW3frAZvcSke3.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/9dtxwMP6XDW3frAZvcSke3.jpg\"\/><source type=\"image\/jpeg\" alt=\"Halo: The Master Chief Collection\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/9dtxwMP6XDW3frAZvcSke3-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/9dtxwMP6XDW3frAZvcSke3-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/9dtxwMP6XDW3frAZvcSke3-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/9dtxwMP6XDW3frAZvcSke3.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/9dtxwMP6XDW3frAZvcSke3.jpg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" alt=\"Halo: The Master Chief Collection\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/9dtxwMP6XDW3frAZvcSke3-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/9dtxwMP6XDW3frAZvcSke3-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/9dtxwMP6XDW3frAZvcSke3-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/9dtxwMP6XDW3frAZvcSke3.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/9dtxwMP6XDW3frAZvcSke3.jpg\"\/><\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\"><span class=\"caption-text\">Get Halo: MCC on Xbox Game Pass <\/span><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: Microsoft)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<aside class=\"hawk-placeholder\" data-model-name=\"Microsoft_Xbox_Game_Pass_Ultimate\" data-name=\"Inbody widget\" data-render-type=\"fte\" data-skip=\"blocking,phones\" data-widget-type=\"inbody\"\/>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-xbox-game-pass-ultimate\">What is Xbox Game Pass Ultimate?<\/h2>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Xbox Series X Review\" width=\"1020\" height=\"574\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/j-GbAFbK0c0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>While Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass on PC are two different services, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate bundles both together and then adds extra perks on top.<\/p>\n<p>While each of those will set you back <strong>$9.99 \/ \u00a37.99 \/ AU$10.95<\/strong> each, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate offers both for <strong>$15 \/ \u00a310.99 \/ AU$15.95<\/strong> per month, and also includes Xbox Live Gold (now only available annually in many territories, and costing <strong>$60.00 \/ \u00a350.00 \/ AU$80.00<\/strong>).<\/p>\n<p>Subscribing allows users to download huge titles on the Xbox One (and soon, the Series S\/X) like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/doom-eternal-review\">DOOM Eternal<\/a>, Forza Horizon 4, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/gears-5-review\">Gears 5<\/a>. You can then play whenever you\u2019d like, and try out backward compatible titles from both the original Xbox and Xbox 360 console generations, thanks to Xbox\u2019s extensive backward compatibility program.<\/p>\n<p>Since you get Xbox Live Gold included, too, you\u2019ll be able to hop straight into a match of Rainbow Six: Siege or any other multiplayer title in the service, too.<\/p>\n<p>PC players won\u2019t need to play online, but they can still pick from a wealth of games to download. Recent releases like Crusader Kings 3, as well as the likes of first-party hits like Gears 5, can be found on the Xbox app for Windows 10.<\/p>\n<p>Add in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/gaming\/5-things-you-need-to-know-about-ea-access-1261582\">EA Play<\/a> catalog joining the service next month, and you\u2019ve got the likes of Mass Effect, Dragon Age and Skate, too. Previously a $4.99 \/ \u00a34.99 added cost, it\u2019s now free of charge for Game Pass Ultimate subscribers.<\/p>\n<figure data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:1920px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.25%;\"><picture><source type=\"image\/webp\" alt=\"Mass Effect\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2xYr66wqcXQfsWZ2fHMNY4-320-80.jpeg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2xYr66wqcXQfsWZ2fHMNY4-650-80.jpeg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2xYr66wqcXQfsWZ2fHMNY4-970-80.jpeg.webp 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2xYr66wqcXQfsWZ2fHMNY4.jpeg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2xYr66wqcXQfsWZ2fHMNY4.jpeg\"\/><source type=\"image\/jpeg\" alt=\"Mass Effect\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2xYr66wqcXQfsWZ2fHMNY4-320-80.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2xYr66wqcXQfsWZ2fHMNY4-650-80.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2xYr66wqcXQfsWZ2fHMNY4-970-80.jpeg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2xYr66wqcXQfsWZ2fHMNY4.jpeg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2xYr66wqcXQfsWZ2fHMNY4.jpeg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" alt=\"Mass Effect\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2xYr66wqcXQfsWZ2fHMNY4-320-80.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2xYr66wqcXQfsWZ2fHMNY4-650-80.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2xYr66wqcXQfsWZ2fHMNY4-970-80.jpeg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2xYr66wqcXQfsWZ2fHMNY4.jpeg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2xYr66wqcXQfsWZ2fHMNY4.jpeg\"\/><\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\"><span class=\"caption-text\">Play the original Mass Effect when EA Play joins the service <\/span><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: EA \/ Bioware)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Xbox Game Pass Ultimate also offers its own unique perks, with digital goodies for free-to-play titles like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/warframe-is-coming-to-ps5-and-xbox-series-x\">Warframe<\/a>, as well as gaming-adjacent bonuses like Discord Nitro and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/spotify-review\">Spotify<\/a> memberships.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking of extras, players can complete \u2018Quests\u2019 by trying new games and ticking off Achievements, which can be redeemed towards giveaways and gift cards \u2013 although it\u2019ll take time to do so. Still, it\u2019s a nice incentive to try new games.<\/p>\n<p>While games aren\u2019t permanently fixed in the service, you\u2019ll get plenty of notice before titles leave. If you want to add them to your collection permanently, you\u2019ll get a 10% discount, and you\u2019ll also save on any DLC for games in the Game Pass library too.<\/p>\n<p>As of last month, players can even play many of the included titles on their phones \u2013 at least if you\u2019ve got an Android device. Microsoft and Apple still can\u2019t get their act together to allow Game Pass on iOS or iPadOS, but anyone running Android 6.0 or later will be able to play on the train, on a lunch break, or\u2026 in the bath?<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll need a solid connection (and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/what-is-5g-everything-you-need-to-know\">5G<\/a> is likely to boost your chances of a lag-free experience), but it\u2019s something to consider if you\u2019ve got a non-Apple handset or tablet.<\/p>\n<p>Competitor Sony has dropped the price of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/gaming\/playstation-now-1213666\/review\">PlayStation Now<\/a> to $9.99 \/ \u00a38.99 per month (with no Australian release yet), but since you\u2019ll also need to pay $9.99 \/ \u00a36.99 a month for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/playstation-plus-free-games\">PlayStation Plus<\/a> if you want to play online.<\/p>\n<figure data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:3840px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.25%;\"><picture><source type=\"image\/webp\" alt=\"Ori and the will of the wisps\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/543RYreV9RqeficB6iH7Fk-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/543RYreV9RqeficB6iH7Fk-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/543RYreV9RqeficB6iH7Fk-970-80.jpg.webp 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/543RYreV9RqeficB6iH7Fk.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/543RYreV9RqeficB6iH7Fk.jpg\"\/><source type=\"image\/jpeg\" alt=\"Ori and the will of the wisps\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/543RYreV9RqeficB6iH7Fk-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/543RYreV9RqeficB6iH7Fk-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/543RYreV9RqeficB6iH7Fk-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/543RYreV9RqeficB6iH7Fk.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/543RYreV9RqeficB6iH7Fk.jpg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" alt=\"Ori and the will of the wisps\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/543RYreV9RqeficB6iH7Fk-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/543RYreV9RqeficB6iH7Fk-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/543RYreV9RqeficB6iH7Fk-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/543RYreV9RqeficB6iH7Fk.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/543RYreV9RqeficB6iH7Fk.jpg\"\/><\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\"><span class=\"caption-text\">Ori and the Will of the Wisps (2019) <\/span><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: Microsoft Game Studios)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"design-and-interface\">Design and interface<\/h2>\n<p>Because Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is made up of several elements, it doesn\u2019t necessarily have a unified interface. Instead, there\u2019s the Xbox app on PC, as well as a section on the Xbox dashboard (which is now unified between Xbox One and Series S\/X consoles).<\/p>\n<p>For console users, it\u2019s hard to miss \u2013 Microsoft has put Game Pass almost front and center on the home screen. With just a couple of button presses, users can start browsing the catalog.<\/p>\n<p>Each game has a trailer, screenshots, and the file size listed, so you can pack as much onto your hard drive as possible.<\/p>\n<p>You can also filter by genre, see what friends are playing, or flick through recommendations. It really is similar to Netflix, only with downloads instead of streaming, and shows games that are recently added or leaving soon, too.<\/p>\n<p>The \u201cMy Games and Apps\u201d menu will show which titles are from Game Pass or EA Play, too, so you can easily spot them amongst games you\u2019ve purchased.<\/p>\n<p>For PC users, you\u2019ll find Game Pass within the existing Xbox app, meaning you won\u2019t have to worry about downloading any extra launchers.<\/p>\n<p>Games don\u2019t have to be launched from the app either, meaning you can manage installations from Control Panel, just as if you\u2019d installed the game from the Microsoft Store (which, incidentally, is where games are updated from).<\/p>\n<figure data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:970px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.19%;\"><picture><source type=\"image\/webp\" alt=\"Xbox Game Pass\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BtbxtTXni6mCTJqjLByebd-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BtbxtTXni6mCTJqjLByebd-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BtbxtTXni6mCTJqjLByebd-970-80.jpg.webp 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BtbxtTXni6mCTJqjLByebd.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BtbxtTXni6mCTJqjLByebd.jpg\"\/><source type=\"image\/jpeg\" alt=\"Xbox Game Pass\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BtbxtTXni6mCTJqjLByebd-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BtbxtTXni6mCTJqjLByebd-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BtbxtTXni6mCTJqjLByebd-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BtbxtTXni6mCTJqjLByebd.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BtbxtTXni6mCTJqjLByebd.jpg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" alt=\"Xbox Game Pass\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BtbxtTXni6mCTJqjLByebd-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BtbxtTXni6mCTJqjLByebd-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BtbxtTXni6mCTJqjLByebd-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BtbxtTXni6mCTJqjLByebd.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BtbxtTXni6mCTJqjLByebd.jpg\"\/><\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\"><span class=\"caption-text\">Xbox Game Pass has nearly 200 titles to choose from <\/span><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: Xbox)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"xbox-game-pass-ultimate-content-library\">Xbox Game Pass Ultimate content library<\/h2>\n<p>Taking the perks, the Quests, and the Xbox Live membership out of the equation, it\u2019s time to answer the question: what is there to play?<\/p>\n<p>While PlayStation Now offers more than 800 games, some of which are playable on PC, much of it relies on a streaming connection.<\/p>\n<p>Xbox Game Pass offers around 200 titles on console, all of which are able to be downloaded and played locally, while PC players have around 150 to enjoy.<\/p>\n<p>Both get a healthy mix, too, so expect the likes of indie darlings like Slay The Spire and Dead Cells to sit alongside Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Forza Motorsport 7, and Sea of Thieves on both platforms.<\/p>\n<p>Then there are big-budget third-party titles, with the likes of the aforementioned DOOM Eternal and Rainbow Six: Siege on console, while PC players can enjoy new releases like Crusader Kings 3 and popular titles like ARK: Survival Evolved.<\/p>\n<p>Destiny 2 is available for console players, with the Beyond Light expansion launching into Game Pass, with Microsoft hoping to bring the looter\/shooter\/MMO hybrid to PC players next year.<\/p>\n<p>Not only is Microsoft looking to snap up plenty of upcoming content, but Game Pass offers plenty of backward-compatible titles to get your metaphorical teeth into as well, doubly so with EA Play adding everything from Plants vs Zombies to Peggle to sports titles and Need For Speed.<\/p>\n<figure data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:1024px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.25%;\"><picture><source type=\"image\/webp\" alt=\"Xbox Series S\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pFf4RizZvrRrrqjHVzRjHf-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pFf4RizZvrRrrqjHVzRjHf-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pFf4RizZvrRrrqjHVzRjHf-970-80.jpg.webp 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pFf4RizZvrRrrqjHVzRjHf.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pFf4RizZvrRrrqjHVzRjHf.jpg\"\/><source type=\"image\/jpeg\" alt=\"Xbox Series S\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pFf4RizZvrRrrqjHVzRjHf-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pFf4RizZvrRrrqjHVzRjHf-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pFf4RizZvrRrrqjHVzRjHf-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pFf4RizZvrRrrqjHVzRjHf.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pFf4RizZvrRrrqjHVzRjHf.jpg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" alt=\"Xbox Series S\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pFf4RizZvrRrrqjHVzRjHf-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pFf4RizZvrRrrqjHVzRjHf-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pFf4RizZvrRrrqjHVzRjHf-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pFf4RizZvrRrrqjHVzRjHf.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pFf4RizZvrRrrqjHVzRjHf.jpg\"\/><\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\"><span class=\"caption-text\">Xbox Series S: an affordable Game Pass console <\/span><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: Microsoft)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"we-liked\">We liked<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>A simple, all-in-one, subscription service that offers incredible value for money.<\/li>\n<li>EA Play will bolster an already large library of titles.<\/li>\n<li>Plenty of added perks, including free digital content and discounts.<\/li>\n<li>Xbox Live Gold included, allowing online play.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"we-disliked\">We disliked<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>PlayStation Now offers a larger library, albeit through streaming.<\/li>\n<li>Cloud Gaming only on Android for now.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"verdict\">Verdict<\/h2>\n<p>Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is an obvious purchase for anyone planning to play games on both Xbox and PC.<\/p>\n<p>Cheaper than paying for each platform\u2019s library separately, and including online play for console, that would be worth the monthly fee alone. 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