Do I need both Game Pass and Game Pass core?

Depending on the game, yes—though for multiplayer you need either Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or a subscription to Xbox Game Pass Core (sold separately). Note Free-to-play online multiplayer games no longer require an Xbox Game Pass Core subscription.
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What's the difference between Xbox Game Pass Core and Ultimate?

Q: What is the difference between Xbox Game Pass Core and Ultimate? A: Xbox Game Pass Core gives you access to over 100 games for one low monthly price. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate includes all the benefits of Core plus online multi-player gaming and access to Xbox Live Gold.
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How to convert Xbox Game Pass Core to Ultimate?

How to convert Xbox Game Pass Core, Xbox Live Gold, or standard Game Pass to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate
  1. Buy Xbox Game Pass Core (formerly Xbox Live Gold)
  2. Buy one month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
  3. Agree to a conversion of your Core and/or standard Game Pass subscription(s) to Game Pass Ultimate.
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Do I need Xbox Game Pass for each account?

If you have an Ultimate subscription and have designated your home Xbox, you'll automatically share your subscription with any profile signed in on that console.
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Do you need Game Pass and Xbox Gold?

What happened with Xbox Live Gold? Starting 14 September 2023, Xbox Live Gold transitioned to Xbox Game Pass Core. Players will still have access to online console multiplayer, plus they got access to a new collection of over 25 great games to play on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles.
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Xbox Game Pass CORE vs Xbox Game Pass ULTIMATE

Is Game Pass core worth it?

If you spend a bit each day playing a wide variety of games, then it's probably worth it. However, if you only spend a few hours gaming per week, and only play Minecraft during that time, you might want to skip it. It is a great deal if you like they library they have, and they have a lot of great titles.
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What is Xbox Game Pass Core?

Game Pass Core is the evolution of Xbox Live Gold and includes access to online console multiplayer, a catalog of over 25 high-quality games to play on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles, member deals, and more. Is Game Pass Core available in my market? Visit xbox.com/regions for details on market availability.
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How do I keep Game Pass games forever?

Can I keep free Xbox Game Pass games? No. If you get a game or DLC for free with Xbox Game Pass, you can play the game as long as you have the subscription and as long as the game does not leave the Xbox Game Pass library. If one of the circumstances occurs, you will need to buy the game to continue playing it.
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Is Game Pass Ultimate worth it?

If you're someone that enjoys both PC and Console Gaming, Game Pass Ultimate is worth upgrading to. Some games are better on certain formats, and the cloud gaming and Gold features built-in means you're still getting a good deal.
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How to get Xbox Game Pass for free?

Q: How do I get Xbox Game Pass for free? A: You can get Xbox Game Pass for free by signing up for a one-month trial. During the one-month trial you can play any of the games in the Xbox Game Pass library and if you decide to keep the subscription once the trial is over, you won't have to spend any money.
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What's the difference between Game Pass and Game Pass core?

Game Pass Core is the cheapest offering from Microsoft that includes online multiplayer access. For $17 a month, subscribers to Game Pass Ultimate also receive online multiplayer as well as access to a catalog with over 100 video games.
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Is Game Pass core included in Game Pass Ultimate?

You can buy Game Pass Core and PC Game Pass, but Ultimate includes both, is cheaper, and includes more.
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How much is Game Pass core for a year?

Xbox Game Pass Core is the entry-level Game Pass tier that launched in September 2023. Xbox Game Pass Core replaced Xbox Live Gold, which was a separate service previously needed to play Xbox games online. An Xbox Game Pass Core subscription costs $10 a month or $60 a year.
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Does Game Pass Core give you Xbox Live?

Xbox Game Pass Core gives players access to our online console multiplayer network, a select collection of games to play with friends around the world on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles, plus special member deals. Xbox Live Gold is now Game Pass Core.
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What is the difference between Xbox core and Xbox Live?

The biggest difference is that we have to say goodbye to Games with Gold, the games that were available to Xbox Live Gold members. Instead, Xbox Game Pass Core members can now enjoy an assortment of more than 25 games! Xbox is expected to add new titles two to thee times a year.
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Is Minecraft on Game Pass Core?

Minecraft is available with Xbox Game Pass on Xbox consoles. If you have an active Game Pass Ultimate or Game Pass for Console subscription, you can install and play Minecraft on your Xbox console.
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Can you still play games after they leave Gamepass?

Once a game leaves the Xbox Game Pass catalog, you'll need to purchase a digital copy from the Xbox app for Windows or the Microsoft Store, play from a disc, or obtain another form of entitlement to continue playing the game.
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Can I upgrade Gamepass to Ultimate?

Here are the steps to upgrade from Gold to Ultimate: Sign in to your Microsoft account. Navigate to the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate page. Select 'Upgrade now'.
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Does upgrading to Gamepass Ultimate cost more?

If you have Game Pass Core activated in your account and you purchase Game Pass Ultimate, a conversion is made from your Core to Ultimate at a rate of 3:2.
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What happens to the games when play pass expires?

If you cancel your subscription, you'll still have access to the apps and games you downloaded until your subscription ends. After your subscription ends, you won't be able to download new apps or games, and you may start to see ads or have to pay for in-app items.
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How long does Game Pass last without paying?

After 24 months of inactivity, Microsoft will turn off recurring billing for that subscription, which means that after your then-current term has expired, you won't be billed for the next billing cycle and your subscription will terminate.
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Can I play Game Pass games offline?

Xbox: If you've purchased a game from the Xbox or Microsoft Store, or you subscribe to Game Pass, you can play games offline on one of your logged in devices.
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What games do you get with Xbox core?

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  • Among Us. Innersloth.
  • Descenders. RageSquid.
  • Dishonored 2. Arkane.
  • Doom Eternal. Id Software.
  • Fable Anniversary. Virtuos Games.
  • Fallout 4. Bethesda Game Studios.
  • Fallout 76. Bethesda Game Studios.
  • Forza Horizon 4. Turn 10 Studios.
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Why do I have Xbox Game Pass for free?

The key is Microsoft Rewards, a loyalty program that rewards people who use Microsoft products such as Bing and Xbox. It only takes about 10 minutes a day to rack up enough points to get a free month of Xbox Game Pass, as well as other rewards for using Microsoft's services.
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How often do Game Pass Core games change?

The Xbox Game Pass Core library will be updated 2-3 times per year, according to Microsoft. “As a reminder,” reads a new post on the official Xbox Wire blog, “the price isn't changing from Gold to Core, and there is no action required for you to change your payment or make adjustments to your membership.”
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