💨 Abstract

Xbox Game Pass, intended as a key selling point for Xbox consoles, has failed to meet growth expectations. Reports indicate that the service has not significantly changed player behavior or increased game consumption among Xbox owners compared to PlayStation users. Microsoft has admitted that Game Pass has decreased traditional game sales, leading some industry figures to label it as unsustainable. Data suggests Game Pass subscribers often quickly abandon new games, and the service's large library has not translated into higher engagement.

Courtesy: Michael Beckwith