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  • GAME PASS Essential
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Microsoft - Xbox Game Pass Essential 12-Month Membership [Digital]

Model:
S5T-00016
SKU:
6557098
Highly rated by customers for:
Your price for this item is $74.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 470 reviews

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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91%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers commend the Xbox Game Pass Core 12-Month Membership for its attractive price and ease of use, highlighting the inclusion of Xbox Live and the convenience of the digital code delivery. Many appreciate the access to games provided through Game Pass. A small number of customers expressed concerns about the actual duration of the membership.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Super easy and quick

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The code was emailed to me within a few minutes. Fast and easy

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Game Pass

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Definitely more economical buying the pass through Best Buy.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Had a little wait time not bad

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The code wasn't instant like maybe other places but it wasn't too long of a wait as soon as my payment was processed, I received the email with the code my first time making this type of purchase from Best Buy. The price I felt was good the reason why I purchased from them compared to other places.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Good

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good no problems at all. I didn’t want to leave my house

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Worth It

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to purchase and use. Would recommend to anyone with Xbox.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Xbox Live

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Xbox live is one of the best ways to network and kick back for gamers. Low downtime issues and low cost for what you received in return

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    fast and easy super fast options and the best service

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Very good exprience

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My card came quick and fast was not expecting that.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Xbox

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to purchase and my son was able to add this with no problem

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Not Bad

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I mean the item is what it is, no monkeying around here

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Gaming

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My grandson loves it, I am buying it again this year for him.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Must have

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Xbox lovers xbox live cant go wrong with xbox gold

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Blah Blah Blah

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought because this is what you have to get now instead of Xbox live Gold like usual. It took my xbox a bit to realize that I did the resubscription before it took hold. Was really annoying. Was pretty instant when I re-subscribed with Live Gold.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Best Deal

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing value way better deal than paying monthly subscription

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Game pass

    Subscription gaming good for casual user

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good service to always have a new game to play every month. Software rotates in and out to keep variety. New releases are included with the short list of microsoft owned studio releases. Alot of indie games to try then delete for short bursts.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Only way to play cross-platform with my kid

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best option for gamers who just want to play games they already own. Only way to play cross-platform with my kid.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great gift option

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Always a great gift option. I bought it as a 'thank you' to a gaming coworker.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Xbox live core

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Like the convenience of buying it from best buy. Usually is sent pretty quickly

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Amazing.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing product and service. I wish game pass was a discounted service.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Better than game pass since I don’t have to pay a ridiculous amount every month

    I would recommend this to a friend
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