Microsoft added 150 games to Xbox Game Pass in 2023, the total of which was valued at more than $5,000.
If you’re not familiar with Xbox Games Pass, the subscription-based service features a collection of games that are added to the service each month for members to enjoy. These titles span all genres, some were released years ago, while others are new and added on the first day of release, like Bethesda. star field.
The service is subscription-based and offers great value to users, allowing them to play for free instead of paying for the title at full price.
With the start of the new year, some number crunching from The Loadout has revealed how much money Microsoft added to Xbox Game Pass in 2023, considering the price of every game and item added to the service.
By the numbers, Microsoft added 150 games worth a total of $5,139.54 (£4,065.63 / AU$7,574.75) across Xbox Series X|S, PC, and the cloud.
The Loadout also found that if you subtract the total cost of the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate membership – the highest membership you can purchase at the cost of $16.99 monthly (£12.99 / AU$18.95) or $203.88 annually (£155.88 / AU$303.28) – The total value added in 2023 would be equivalent to $4,935.66 (£3,903.71 / AU$7,342.11) worth of games.
The numbers show that October 2023 was the biggest month for Game Pass in terms of value, adding $604.86 (£478.49 / AU$900.15) on games like Like a dragon Ishin and F1 2023 Manager. September, however, was an average month, adding $331.91 (£262.59 / AU$493.95), despite games like star field and lies of p launch of the service on the first day.
A new month means new Xbox Game Pass titles, and Microsoft has officially revealed which ones will be the first to join the subscription service in 2024, as well as confirming which games are coming out this month.
If you’re looking for something new to play in 2024, check out our list of best Xbox Series X gamesalong with our picks for the best Xbox Game Pass games.