Microsoft new Xbox game pass standard tier is now available to test for 1$

Microsoft is starting to test its new Xbox Game Pass Standard tier with Xbox Insiders today. The new Game Pass Standard subscription includes the usual Game Pass library for Xbox but with online console multiplayer.

it doesn’t include immediate access to day-one game releases, though.

During the test period, Xbox Insiders will be able to access Xbox Game Pass Standard for just $1. “Any renewals during the preview period will also be $1 per month.

This Standard tier launches fully, it will be priced at $14.99 per month.

Microsoft is also providing some clarity on when day-one games and other titles will be available in the Standard tier. “Some games coming to Game Pass Ultimate (day one games or other game entries) will not be immediately available with Game Pass Standard and may be added to the library at a future date (can be up to 12 months or more and will vary by title)

If you want to participate in the Xbox Game Pass Standard testing, make sure you are enrolled in one of the supported rings (Alpha, Alpha Skip-Ahead, Beta, Delta, and Omega) and then head to the Xbox Insider app on your console.

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