SAS Standard Subscribers Lose Access to 40+ Games

Microsoft has officially restructured its Xbox Game Pass service, introducing the Xbox Game Pass Standard subscription that significantly impacts players using this cheaper tier. With this change, players on Game Pass Standard can no longer access over 40 games, including popular titles like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, Starfield, Hellblade 2, and Diablo 4. This update emphasizes that only Game Pass Ultimate subscribers will have access to games on their release day and the complete library of titles. The new pricing structure sets Game Pass Standard at €12.99 per month and Game Pass Ultimate at €17.99.

Over 40 games have been removed from Xbox Game Pass Standard, including key titles like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, Starfield, Hellblade 2, and Diablo 4, along with indie games like Still Wakes the Deep and Another Crab's Treasure.

Background on Xbox Game Pass: Xbox Game Pass launched in 2017, offering subscribers access to a rotating library of games for a monthly fee. The service has since grown to become a cornerstone of Microsoft's gaming strategy, focusing on providing value and a broad selection for players. With ongoing changes and improvements, Game Pass aims to adapt to the evolving gaming landscape, balancing between subscription tiers and game availability.