PC and Xbox Game Pass subscriptions just dropped around the world—here are the new prices in Australia

Microsoft has made a notable adjustment to its subscription pricing for PC and Xbox Game Pass, a move that follows subtle indications of impending changes last week. The new pricing structure, which is already in effect in Australia, reflects a decrease from the substantial hikes implemented in October. However, it remains above the rates prior to those increases.

Pricing Overview

While the reductions are welcome news for subscribers, there is a significant stipulation: new releases of Call of Duty games will no longer be available on any Game Pass tiers at launch. Instead, players can anticipate access to these titles approximately a year later, during the subsequent holiday season. This change may alter the value proposition for those who relied on Game Pass for immediate access to the latest installments of the franchise.

For those interested in the updated pricing for Xbox Game Pass in Australia as of April 2026, here’s a detailed breakdown:

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