Xbox Game Pass Cost: Plans, Billing and Renewal
Compare Xbox Game Pass paid options including Game Pass Essential, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass. Check the billing term, full amount due and renewal conditions for your account; a free option or temporary trial is a separate offer.
Plans & Pricing
Game Pass Essential
$10/month
- • 50+ games, unlimited cloud gaming, online console multiplayer, in-game benefits, and rewards
Game Pass Premium
$14.99/month
- • Everything in Essential plus 200+ games across console, PC, and supported devices
PC Game Pass
$13.99/month
- • PC-focused subscription; current and future Call of Duty games follow Xbox’s revised release timing
Game Pass Ultimate
$22.99/month
- • Hundreds of console and PC games, unlimited cloud gaming, online console multiplayer, in-game benefits, major day-one releases, and current Call of Duty titles
Which Plan Fits Best?
Game Pass Essential
$10/month
Best for customers whose required features and billing terms match this tier.
- • 50+ games, unlimited cloud gaming, online console multiplayer, in-game benefits, and rewards
Game Pass Premium
$14.99/month
Best for customers whose required features and billing terms match this tier.
- • Everything in Essential plus 200+ games across console, PC, and supported devices
PC Game Pass
$13.99/month
Best for customers whose required features and billing terms match this tier.
- • PC-focused subscription; current and future Call of Duty games follow Xbox’s revised release timing
Game Pass Ultimate
$22.99/month
Best for customers whose required features and billing terms match this tier.
- • Hundreds of console and PC games, unlimited cloud gaming, online console multiplayer, in-game benefits, major day-one releases, and current Call of Duty titles
What to Watch Out For
- •Displayed prices may exclude tax; confirm the final checkout total for your account.
- •Pricing through third-party billing partners (Apple, Google, cable) can differ from direct billing.
- •Prices and promotions change; verify the amount shown for your Xbox Game Pass account before subscribing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is a monthly equivalent the same as monthly billing for Xbox Game Pass?
No. An annual price divided by twelve is only a comparison. Check the full amount charged, billing term and any commitment before paying.
What plans does Xbox Game Pass offer?
Game Pass Essential at $10/month, Game Pass Premium at $14.99/month, PC Game Pass at $13.99/month, Game Pass Ultimate at $22.99/month
Can Xbox Game Pass prices or offers change?
Yes. Plan packaging, promotions, taxes, currency, and regional availability can change. Confirm the complete recurring charge and renewal terms on the official checkout page.
Sources checked
Verified Jul 2026Cancellation steps, fees, and billing rules below were checked against each provider's official help documentation. Always confirm inside your own account, since plans and billing paths vary.
| Source | Status |
|---|---|
| xbox.com / en-US/xbox-game-pass | Checked |
| news.xbox.com / en-us/2025 | Checked |
- Freshness
- Verified July 17, 2026
- Source domains
- xbox.com, news.xbox.com
- Coverage scope
- United States
- Fact sources checked
- 2 source pages
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