Introduction: Why Xbox Game Pass?
Xbox Game Pass has revolutionized gaming as the “Netflix of games,” reaching 40 million subscribers by June 2025 with 500+ games available at an affordable price. This guide covers the latest 2025 pricing in Turkey and globally, subscription types, and how to get the best deals.
1. Xbox Game Pass Tiers & 2025 Pricing
a) Xbox Game Pass Core (Formerly Xbox Live Gold)
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Price (TR): ~₺350/month | Global: $9.99/month
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Key Features:
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Online multiplayer access
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25+ monthly games (EA Play not included)
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Exclusive discounts
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b) Xbox Game Pass Console/PC
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Price (TR): ~₺450/month | Global: $10.99/month
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Key Features:
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400+ games on either console or PC
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Microsoft studio titles (Starfield, Forza Horizon 5)
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EA Play not included
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c) Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (Most Popular)
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Price (TR): ~₺600/month | Global: $16.99/month
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Key Features:
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Access on both console & PC
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Includes EA Play (FIFA 25, Battlefield 2042)
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Xbox Cloud Gaming (play on phone/PC)
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Free downloadable content & exclusive discounts
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2. How to Get Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Cheap (2025 Methods)
a) Gold to Ultimate Conversion (Still Works!)
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Buy Xbox Live Gold (6-12 months, ~₺2000/year in Turkey).
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Purchase 1 month of Game Pass Ultimate (~₺600).
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Entire subscription converts to Ultimate (13 months Ultimate for ~₺2600 vs. ₺7800 normally).
b) Subscribing from Turkey (Cheapest Method)
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Price advantage: Ultimate costs ~$6.5/month in Turkey vs. $16.99 globally.
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No VPN needed – subscribe directly via Xbox.com/tr.
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Note: Microsoft may enforce regional payment checks (Turkish payment method required).
c) CDKeys & G2A Discounted Codes
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Example prices (June 2025):
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3-month Ultimate: ~$25 (vs. $50.97 retail)
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1-year Core: ~$50 (vs. $119.88 retail)
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3. Xbox Game Pass 2025 Library: New & Notable Games
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Day One Releases:
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Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 (Oct 9, 2025)
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Fable 4 (Fall 2025)
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Microsoft Flight Simulator 2025
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Popular Titles:
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Starfield (now with DLSS 5.0)
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Palworld (new map update)
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Diablo IV (Season 6 live)
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4. Xbox Game Pass vs. PS Plus 2025: Which Is Better?
| Feature | Xbox Game Pass Ultimate | PS Plus Premium |
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| Price (TR) | ~₺600/month | ~₺800/month |
| Game Library | 500+ | 700+ (mostly older) |
| Day One Releases | Yes (Microsoft titles) | No (discounts only) |
| Cloud Gaming | 1080p/60FPS | 720p/30FPS (limited) |
Verdict: For new games → Game Pass; for classic titles → PS Plus.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (2025 Update)
Q: Can I keep Game Pass games permanently?
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No, but you get 20% discounts to buy them.
Q: Is there region locking for Turkish subscriptions?
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Microsoft may require Turkish payment methods. Global codes from CDKeys are safer abroad.
Q: Is there a family plan?
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No official plan yet, but you can use “Home Console” sharing.
Final Verdict: Xbox Game Pass Remains the Best in 2025
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Best deal: Gold to Ultimate conversion (~₺2600/year in Turkey)
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Best library: 500+ games + all Microsoft exclusives
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Alternative: PC Game Pass (~₺450/month) for FPS/online games
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