Microsoft just slashed Xbox Game Pass Ultimate from $29.99 to $22.99 on April 21, 2026 — but there is a catch buried in the small print. New Call of Duty games will no longer launch on Game Pass at release. Here is the full breakdown of all 4 tiers, what each one includes, and exactly which Game Pass plan is right for you in 2026.

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Xbox Game Pass May 2026: New Games & What's Leaving

Xbox Game Pass just rolled into May 2026 with one of the strongest first-party drops of the year — Forza Horizon 6 lands day one on May 19, and ten more titles are confirmed across the month. But the real story is the price cut nobody saw coming and the catch hidden inside it. Here's the full lineup, what's leaving before May 31, and the smart way to top up your subscription this month.

02/05/2026

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PS Plus vs Xbox Game Pass 2026 — The Honest Comparison After Microsoft's $7 Price Cut

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PS Plus vs Xbox Game Pass 2026 — The Honest Comparison After Microsoft's $7 Price Cut

Microsoft just dropped Xbox Game Pass Ultimate from $29.99 to $22.99 on April 21, 2026 — and PlayStation Plus Premium suddenly looks expensive at $17.99/month with significantly less content. So which subscription actually deserves your money in 2026? We compared every tier head-to-head — pricing, libraries, day-one releases, cloud gaming, and the hidden caveats. The honest answer might surprise you.

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