Microsoft Reportedly Exploring Major Game Pass Ultimate Expansion

Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass is expanding again this week, but new rumors suggest a much bigger shift could be on the horizon for subscribers.

According to TrueAchievements, Microsoft may be considering a major expansion of the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate tier by bundling additional premium subscriptions into the service.

Rumors Suggest Extra Subscriptions Could Be Added to Ultimate

Industry discussions involving Tom Warren from The Verge and further insights shared by Jez Corden indicate Microsoft may explore integrating external subscription perks directly into Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.

Reported possibilities include access to World of Warcraft, Fallout 1st, Minecraft Realms, and potentially subscription elements tied to The Elder Scrolls franchise. The idea would involve combining multiple premium services under the Ultimate umbrella.

Microsoft has not confirmed these plans, and the concept reportedly remains in early internal discussions.

A Strategy to Justify the Ultimate Price

Recent Game Pass price increases have raised expectations among subscribers for stronger value at the top tier. Adding bundled subscriptions could make the current pricing structure feel more justified, especially for players who already pay separately for those services.

Game Pass already delivers high-profile day-one titles such as The Outer Worlds 2, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and South of Midnight. Expanding beyond first-party launches into subscription bundling would signal a broader ecosystem strategy rather than just a content library approach.

Plans Remain Unconfirmed

For now, these reported changes remain rumors and should be treated with caution until Microsoft provides official details.

In related Xbox news, following Phil Spencer’s retirement, the new Xbox chief has sparked discussion by teasing the possible return of the classic Blades dashboard, adding another layer of intrigue to what could be a transformative period for the platform.