Microsoft - Xbox Game Pass Essential 1-Month Membership [Digital]
Activation Period
1 MonthAbout This Item
- General
- Brand: Microsoft
- Model Number: 33R-00030
- Product Name: Xbox Game Pass Essential 1-Month Membership
- Color: Multi
- Card Information
- Card Format: Digital
- Activation Method: Online
- Digital Delivery Type: Email
- Redeemable Online: Yes, Online Only
- Video Game Card Type: Membership
- Activation Period: 1 Month
- Internet Required: true
- Compatibility
- Compatible Platform(s): Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One
- Requirements
- Software Requirements: Active Xbox account required
- Subscription/Contract Required: true
- Other
- UPC: 196388220359
Play a library of 50+ games like Fallout 76, Stardew Valley, Grounded, and more on any screen. Dive into legendary franchises. Download and play games on Xbox console, PC, and supported handhelds. Skip the download and stream games (including select games you own) on any eligible device, including mobile, tablet, TV, and VR headset.* Join your friends to play, chat, and explore together with online console multiplayer. Get in-game benefits in the biggest games like League of Legends, Call of Duty: Warzone, and Rainbow Six Siege. Enjoy discounts on games, partner benefits, and more. Play and earn up to $25 a year in the Store with Rewards.* Find your community with Xbox and play anywhere you want.*
Disclaimers
- *Important Information:
- *High on Life 2: coming soon.
- *Benefits: Excludes Call of Duty titles. Benefits vary by Xbox Game Pass plan. Game library varies over time, by region, device, and Xbox Game Pass plan. xbox.com/gamepass. For details on partner subscriptions included with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate: https://www.ea.com/ea-play/, https://store.ubisoft.com/ubisoftplus/classics. In-game benefits vary by game, region, and over time. Game must be installed to access in-game benefits.
- *Fortnite Crew benefit on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. Availability subject to change. Terms apply.
- *Xbox Cloud Gaming: Xbox Cloud Gaming requires an Xbox Game Pass subscription and supported device (both sold separately). Cloud playable games not included with Xbox Game Pass are sold separately, and may be made available with Xbox Game Pass in the future. Game library varies. Stream directly on Xbox consoles, or with the Xbox app or at xbox.com/play on supported devices. Select regions (xbox.com/regions) and devices at xbox.com/cloud-devices. See cloud gaming library (xbox.com/play).
- *Rewards: Terms apply. Microsoft Account required. Select markets only. Rewards vary by Xbox Game Pass Plan and Rewards Level. Point values vary by local market currency, Rewards level, and the number of points redeemed. Point multipliers compared to Xbox Game Pass Essential earning potential. Gameplay rewards for 18+. Exclusive quests with Premium and Ultimate plans only, for titles in the Xbox Game Pass library.
- Excludes PC Games that require 3rd party launchers or are played on Battle.net. Playtime required for all quests. Qualifying purchases at Microsoft Store (online, or on Windows or console) at Rewards with Xbox. *Value with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate includes 20% off the purchase price of select titles in the Xbox Game Pass library, plus 10% of purchase price back in Rewards points, plus up to 4% of the purchase price depending on Rewards Level.
- *Important Information:
- *High on Life 2: coming soon.
- *Benefits: Excludes Call of Duty titles. Benefits vary by Xbox Game Pass plan. Game library varies over time, by region, device, and Xbox Game Pass plan. xbox.com/gamepass. For details on partner subscriptions included with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate: https://www.ea.com/ea-play/, https://store.ubisoft.com/ubisoftplus/classics. In-game benefits vary by game, region, and over time. Game must be installed to access in-game benefits.
- *Fortnite Crew benefit on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. Availability subject to change. Terms apply.
- *Xbox Cloud Gaming: Xbox Cloud Gaming requires an Xbox Game Pass subscription and supported device (both sold separately). Cloud playable games not included with Xbox Game Pass are sold separately, and may be made available with Xbox Game Pass in the future. Game library varies. Stream directly on Xbox consoles, or with the Xbox app or at xbox.com/play on supported devices. Select regions (xbox.com/regions) and devices at xbox.com/cloud-devices. See cloud gaming library (xbox.com/play).
- *Rewards: Terms apply. Microsoft Account required. Select markets only. Rewards vary by Xbox Game Pass Plan and Rewards Level. Point values vary by local market currency, Rewards level, and the number of points redeemed. Point multipliers compared to Xbox Game Pass Essential earning potential. Gameplay rewards for 18+. Exclusive quests with Premium and Ultimate plans only, for titles in the Xbox Game Pass library.
- Excludes PC Games that require 3rd party launchers or are played on Battle.net. Playtime required for all quests. Qualifying purchases at Microsoft Store (online, or on Windows or console) at Rewards with Xbox. *Value with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate includes 20% off the purchase price of select titles in the Xbox Game Pass library, plus 10% of purchase price back in Rewards points, plus up to 4% of the purchase price depending on Rewards Level.
Q: Does the Game Pass Core catalog change over time?
A: Yes, the Game Pass Core catalog can vary over time, by region, and by device.
Q: Are there any discounts for members?
A: Yes, members get deals and discounts of up to 50% off select games with Game Pass promotions.
Q: Can I play games online with this membership?
A: Yes, the Xbox Game Pass Core membership includes the benefits of online console multiplayer from Xbox Live Gold.
Q: What is included with the Xbox Game Pass Core membership?
A: The Xbox Game Pass Core membership includes online console multiplayer, a catalog of over 25 high-quality games, member deals, and more.
Q: Is it possible to upgrade to Game Pass Ultimate from Game Pass Core?
A: Yes, you can upgrade to Game Pass Ultimate to play new games on day one and enjoy hundreds of high-quality games with friends on console, PC, and cloud.
Q: How many games are included in the Game Pass Core catalog?
A: You can enjoy a catalog of over 25 high-quality games with the Xbox Game Pass Core membership.
Q: Can I play gta 5 online with this game pass
A: Yes, any game pass will allow you to play the game online if you have purchased it already own the disc. If your talking about the access to play the game added to game pass then you need the ultimate not the essentials. That's the only one they add the game to. It's been added and removed a couple times. Currently don't know if it's still on there cuz I bought both versions.
Q: I got one for my Xbox and still haven’t received my 25 digit code to enter can u please help me
A: It’s either on your Microsoft account in the rewards section or it’s on your Xbox app/account Be sure to check email as well
Reviews
Customers are saying
Customers are positive about Xbox Game Pass Core's extensive game selection, citing the ability to play many titles, discover new favorites, and enjoy online multiplayer with friends. They also appreciate the service's ease of use and convenient access.
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| Game Selection, Ease of use, Overall Performance, Price, Delivery Speed | Price, Ease of use, Overall Performance, Game Pass, Xbox Live | Ease of use, Overall Performance | Game Selection, Overall Performance, Ease of use, Value |
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| There were no cons for this product— | Membership Duration | There were no cons for this product— | Subscription Length, Code Validity |
