Xbox quietly killed another Game Pass perk

Microsoft has quietly made changes to its Xbox Game Pass subscription service, eliminating a popular perk. The company has discontinued the ability to purchase 12-month Xbox Game Pass subscriptions at a discounted rate, which was previously available to both new and existing subscribers. This change means that users can only purchase Game Pass subscriptions on a month-to-month or 3-month basis, with no option for the more cost-effective 12-month plan. The removal of this discount comes after Microsoft recently announced a price increase for the Game Pass service, raising the cost by $10 per year for both the console and PC versions. These changes may be seen as a move by Microsoft to generate more revenue from its Game Pass service, which has become a crucial part of the company's gaming strategy. However, the loss of the 12-month discount option may be disappointing for some Xbox players who were relying on the more affordable long-term subscription plan.