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Microsoft and Discord Partnership Makes Nitro the Cheapest Xbox Game Pass Option

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During the early years of Xbox Game Pass the service was often referred to as one of the best deals in gaming. However, over the years several price increases, which culminated in the Ultimate tier hitting $29.99 a month, have made it much less of a value. Microsoft is now looking to reverse course and make it more affordable again, partnering with Discord for the best pricing yet.

The companies have announced that Discord Nitro members will be gain access to a select set of Xbox Game Pass titles. Dubbed the “starter edition,” subscribers will be able to download and play over 50 games on either their PC or Xbox console, including Fallout 4, Stardew Valley, DayZ, Deep Rock Galactic, Overcooked 2, and Grounded. Moreover, it will unlock up to 10 hours of Xbox Cloud Gaming, which is a nice perk for those with limited systems or who want...

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