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Microsoft's gamble on gaming subscriptions has reached a turning point. Xbox Game Pass, once an ambitious bet on a Netflix-for-games model, is now officially in the black, pulling in billions. But as it proves sustainable, Microsoft is also restructuring the service and making its priciest tier far more expensive. The shift signals more than just a new billing structure... it's a test of whether players will accept higher costs in exchange for bigger libraries and premium perks.

> Techspot

Gamers are canceling their Xbox Game Pass subscriptions in record numbers following the price hike announced earlier this week. So many users were attempting to cancel that Microsoft's website reportedly struggled to load at one point, according to posts on social media and online forums.

> Techspot