Why can I play Game Pass games without Game Pass?

It's possible if someone is sharing their subscription with you. You can check the Microsoft store app and see if there are other profiles signed in with active game pass. At the upper right corner of the screen click the ellipses button (…) and select Settings then check if Offline Permissions is On.
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Can I play Xbox games without Game Pass?

Note Free-to-play online multiplayer games no longer require an Xbox Game Pass Core subscription.
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Do I need Game Pass to play?

This depends on your gaming habits. Game Pass Core is the bare minimum needed if you want to play Xbox games online. The addition of the 25 games is a nice bonus, but if all you care about is playing certain multiplayer games, Core is all you need. Console and PC Game Pass are self-explanatory.
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Can I play games after Game Pass expires?

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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Does Game Pass let me play games for free?

If you have a Game Pass Core or Game Pass Ultimate subscription, you can access Free Play Days games. Free Play Days games can be found on your Xbox home, or in the Microsoft Store: Press the Xbox button  to open the guide.
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Can you still play games after Xbox game pass expires?

Is Xbox Game Pass 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's the difference between Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate?

Q&A. 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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Can I still play games if I cancel Xbox Game Pass?

It's important to note that when you turn off the automatic renewal, your access to the Xbox Game Pass and all of its features will continue until the end of your current billing period. However, you will lose access to the games once your subscription ends but your progress is still stored on your cloud storage.
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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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How to get 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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How do I keep my Xbox Game Pass games forever?

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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Why do I need Xbox Game Pass Ultimate?

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate includes all Game Pass benefits, including more than 100 high-quality console and PC games. New games are added all the time, so there's always something new to play.
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Do you have to pay monthly to play games on Xbox?

How can I get access to play online multiplayer games on Xbox consoles? An Xbox Game Pass Core or Game Pass Ultimate subscription is required to play online multiplayer games, except for Free to Play titles, which don't require a subscription.
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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 do I lose if I cancel Xbox Game Pass?

Game Pass Ultimate: Along with the Game Pass Core benefits, cancelling your Ultimate membership removes your ability to use its much larger catalog or anything you've downloaded from it. You'll also lose your EA Play account.
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Can I cancel Xbox Game Pass after $1?

You can cancel an Xbox subscription at any time. Turning off recurring billing will stop future charges for a subscription and grant you its benefits until its expiration date. You may also be eligible to cancel immediately with a refund; however, not all subscription charges can be refunded.
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Is it cheaper to get Game Pass Ultimate?

At $17 per month, an Ultimate subscription bundles the benefits of a Core and Console membership for $4 less than it would cost to sign up for both separately.
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Is Game Pass Ultimate worth it?

It's that collection of features, for less than the cost of a 4K Netflix subscription, which earns Game Pass Ultimate an Editors' Choice Award, especially if you have the less expensive (and occasionally discounted) Xbox Series S version of the console.
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Do you need Xbox Game Pass to play Fortnite?

You do not need an Xbox Game Pass paid subscription to play Fortnite through Xbox Cloud Gaming. All you need is a free Microsoft account, high-speed Internet connection, and compatible device. Once you're ready, go to Xbox.com/play to start playing with mobile touch controls or a supported controller.
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How much is Game Pass per month?

Get your first 14 days for $1, then $9.99/mo. Subscription continues automatically. See terms.
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Are games cheaper to buy with Xbox Game Pass?

What deals do I get with my Game Pass membership? Game Pass Core and Game Pass Ultimate members get up to 50% off selected games with Deals with Game Pass Ultimate and Core (formerly known as Deals with Gold).
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What does Xbox Game Pass give you?

Game Pass members enjoy access to high-quality games in the PC or console catalog until either the membership is canceled/expires, or a game leaves the Game Pass catalog. Game titles, number, features, and availability vary over time and by region, platform, console, and Game Pass plan.
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What is the cheapest Game Pass?

Xbox Game Pass Core (Xbox Consoles) - $9.99/month

The equivalent to an Xbox Live Gold Membership, Game Pass Core focuses entirely on offering online multiplayer on Xbox consoles. Included in the price is access to Xbox's online multiplayer services and all the discounts and offers made available for members.
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How to get Xbox Gold for free?

This article covers four ways you can get a Game Pass Core (formerly Xbox Live Gold) subscription for free.
  1. Get Free Subscription Codes via Microsoft Rewards.
  2. Get Free Game Pass Core Codes With Controllers and Consoles.
  3. Play Multiplayer for Free During Free Play Days.
  4. Use Game Pass Free Trials.
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