Xbox Game Pass Gets HUGE Update! Price Hike & Massive Game Drop!
Xbox Game Pass is shaking things up in South Africa! Microsoft has just dropped a massive load of over 45 new games onto the service, including heavy hitters like Hogwarts Legacy and a huge selection from Ubisoft’s back catalogue. But there's a catch: the price for the Ultimate tier is going up.
Price Hike Hits Ultimate Tier
As reported, the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate tier is seeing a significant price increase, jumping from $19.99 to a whopping $29.99 per month. To soften the blow, Microsoft is adding Ubisoft+ Classics to the Ultimate tier, giving subscribers access to even more games.
New Games Galore!
The Premium tier (formerly Standard) is also getting some love, with Hogwarts Legacy now available. The Essential tier (previously Core) offers a curated library of over 50 games playable on both console and PC, including titles like Hades, Cities: Skylines – Remastered, and Stardew Valley.
October 2025 Lineup Highlights:
- Ultimate: Hogwarts Legacy (Cloud, PC, and Console), Assassin's Creed II (PC), Assassin's Creed III Remastered (Cloud, PC, and Console), Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag
- Premium: Diablo 4
- Essential: Hades, Cities: Skylines – Remastered, Stardew Valley
Score a Deal Before It's Too Late!
For those already subscribed to Game Pass Ultimate, there's a chance to snag some codes at the old price! Amazon seemingly hasn't updated their prices yet, so you can still grab a three-month code for the original price. These codes stack, so if you can afford it, stock up now to save some serious cash. However, this loophole is expected to close soon, so act fast.
The price hike, while offering more games, is a tough pill to swallow. Will the expanded library be enough to justify the extra cost? Time will tell!