- Xbox is allegedly working on a new Game Pass tier codenamed ‘TRITON’ that only features first-party games.
- This tidbit was found by a reputed dataminer on Microsoft’s backend, suggesting the tier is currently in the works.
- The new program only seems to include games from Xbox Game Studios at the moment.
Xbox’s gaming subscription has remained a huge focus for Microsoft over the years, with millions of users joining its various tiers for its versatile gaming offerings at a low price. The Ultimate program alone added nearly 300 games last year, with over $8000 in retail value.
New datamining now shows that Xbox is now working on a new tier codenamed ‘TRITON,’ which is only expected to feature first-party games from Xbox Game Studios.
Why it matters: Fans have been asking for a first-party tier of Xbox Game Pass for a long time. As long as it’s priced right, the new addition could serve as a hearty choice for gamers who don’t care much about the third-party roster.
Twitter user ‘@redphx‘ found this tidbit on Microsoft’s backend. They are known for sharing new additions found in every Game Pass update, and the latest info only seems to feature a list of games by Xbox Game Studios, including DOOM Eternal, State of Decay 2, and more.
The new tier is likely targeting Xbox gamers who are only interested in its first-party titles, since many have been asking for such a program for a long time. However, the program’s popularity will highly depend on how Microsoft prices the tier.
On a side note, the recent price hikes on the existing Game Pass tiers have already been turning many users away.
Many other rumors also suggest that Xbox is aiming to expand Game Pass in multiple new directions under the new leadership. So a new program also seems like a huge yet grounded possibility.
However, it is best to take the evidence with a pinch of salt until we see official confirmation, which is expected for the coming months.
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