Amazon is currently offering the absolute best deal on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate in the US. This leading online retailer has, surprisingly, slashed the price of the popular gaming subscription service, bringing a three-month subscription down to just $54.99.
This unexpected price cut provides Xbox gamers with a golden opportunity to extend their membership and potentially dodge the upcoming Game Pass price increases. It might truly be your final chance to lock in these savings, so acting fast is recommended!
While a $5 discount (from $59.99 to $54.99) on a single three-month pass might seem small at first glance, the real value becomes clear when you consider its potential for long-term savings.
This small per-pass saving becomes substantial when you ‘stack’ multiple codes. With Microsoft’s new pricing structure, three months of Game Pass Ultimate will cost $89.97. By purchasing at the current discounted Amazon rate, you’re instantly saving $35!
Let’s talk about ‘stacking’ – a smart strategy where you buy multiple Game Pass Ultimate codes and redeem them back-to-back to extend your subscription for a longer period. You can stack up to 36 months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
If you were to subscribe for the full 36 months at the new rate of $29.99 per month, your total would skyrocket to $1,079.64. However, with Amazon’s current discount, securing three years of Game Pass Ultimate will only cost you $659.88. That’s a massive saving of $419.76, essentially giving you over a year of Game Pass completely free!
Even if you only plan to cover your subscription for the next year, buying four of these $54.99 codes would total $219.96. This is significantly less than the $359.88 you’d pay for 12 months under the new $29.99 monthly plan.
Exciting Games Coming to Xbox Game Pass in October 2025 (Wave 1)!
Despite recent price adjustments, Microsoft has still delivered an exciting first wave of games for Xbox Game Pass subscribers in October 2025.
Prepare for titles like Double Fine’s ‘Keeper’ and the highly anticipated ‘Ninja Gaiden 4’ from Xbox Game Studios, among others.
- October 8: Supermarket Simulator (Cloud, Console, and PC) Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass
- October 9: Baldur’s Gate and Baldur’s Gate II: Enhanced Editions (PC) Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass
- October 14: The Casting of Frank Stone (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass
- October 15: Ball x Pit (Cloud, Console, and PC) Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
- October 15: The Grinch: Christmas Adventures (Cloud, Console, and PC) Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass
- October 15: Eternal Strands (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) Now with Game Pass Premium
- October 15: He Is Coming (Game Preview) (PC) Now with Game Pass Premium
- October 15: Ninja Gaiden 2 Black (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) Now with Game Pass Premium
- October 16: Pax Dei (PC) Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass
- October 17: Keeper (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
- October 21: Evil West (Cloud, Console, and PC) Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass
- October 21: Ninja Gaiden 4 (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
Understanding the New Xbox Game Pass Pricing Structure
Microsoft recently implemented a significant price increase for Game Pass in the US, with Game Pass Ultimate seeing a 50% jump from $19.99 to $29.99 per month. This adds an extra $120 annually to what was once considered one of gaming’s best values.
- Xbox Game Pass Ultimate: $29.99/month (previously $19.99)
- Xbox Game Pass Premium: $14.99/month (replaces the old Standard tier)
- Xbox Game Pass Essential: $9.99/month (replaces the old Core tier)
- PC Game Pass: $16.49/month (previously $11.99)
To avoid these higher costs, your best bet is to stock up on up to 36 months of Game Pass Ultimate while retailers like Amazon still offer the older, lower rates. Alternatively, if the new pricing doesn’t sit well with you, canceling your subscription is always an option.
Interestingly, some retailers like GameStop have stated they won’t immediately increase their Game Pass prices. Best Buy, Target, and Walmart also currently offer Game Pass at pre-hike prices. If you’re considering renewing, now is the ideal time to act before these retailers fall in line with Microsoft’s new rates.
This article was written by Robert Anderson, IGN’s Senior Commerce Editor and go-to expert for deals on games, collectibles, and more. While we’ve removed direct social media links for this rewritten content, Robert regularly shares insights on the latest gaming deals.