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The beginner version of Xbox Game Pass has expanded to more players through a new partnership that includes the subscription with qualifying Meta Horizon+ memberships. Xbox Game Pass recently changed its subscription offerings and pricing as new leadership at the company works to restructure the business.
Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition adds another way to subscribe
On July 21, 2026, Microsoft and Meta announced via Xbox Wire that the launch version of Xbox Game Pass is now available to Meta Horizon+ subscribers, offering over 50 games and 10 hours of cloud play per month. The current library coming to Meta Horizon+ subscribers includes Fallout 4, Fallout 76, Based, DayZ, Deep Rock Galacticand more, all downloadable for unlimited play. Players who have connected their Xbox to a qualifying Meta account can use the Starter Edition on consoles, PC and a Meta Quest headset, with cross-platform progression. With Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition offering over 50 games now bundled into the Meta Horizon+ subscription, Meta Quest owners can access over 150 games for $7.99 per month, which is cheaper than Discord Nitro's $9.99 per month bundle offer.
