Microsoft announces new streaming limits for Game Pass subscriptions

<p>In 2020, Microsoft announced that Game Pass Ultimate subscriptions would include unlimited access to its Xbox Cloud Gaming service, previously known as Project xCloud. However, Microsoft has now announced new limits on streaming time included in its Game Pass subscriptions.</p><p>Starting in November, Game Pass subscriptions will have the following monthly limits on game streaming time:</p><ul><li>Game Pass Ultimate ($23/month): 15 hours</li><li>Game Pass Premium ($15/month): 10 hours</li><li>Game Pass Essential ($10/month): 5 hours</li></ul><p>Subscribers who exceed their monthly streaming allotment will have the option to purchase additional time, although Microsoft has not provided specific pricing or availability details for this extra streaming time. Access to downloadable versions of games included in a Game Pass subscription will remain unchanged.</p>