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scrubbles@poptalk.scrubbles.tech ⁨4⁩ ⁨days⁩ ago

Here’s how Microsoft’s Co-pilot worded it:

This Game Pass overhaul is a masterclass in anti-consumer design. First, they removed the $1 trial and now they’re pushing a $29.99/month Ultimate tier that bundles third-party services like Fortnite Crew and Ubisoft+—whether you want them or not. You’re paying for extras you might never use. Second, cloud gaming is now locked behind Premium and Ultimate, meaning if you’re on the cheaper Essential tier, you lose one of the core features that made Game Pass revolutionary. Third, the loyalty rewards system is just gamified spending—play more, spend more, get points to spend more. It’s behavioral manipulation dressed up as perks. And let’s not forget: none of this gives you ownership. You’re renting access to games that can disappear at any time. Microsoft is turning Game Pass into a monetization funnel, not a player-first service.

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