Game Pass Core is a subscription service offered by Microsoft that gives players access to online console multiplayer, a select collection of games to play with friends around the world, and exclusive member deals. It is the evolution of Xbox Live Gold and includes access to over 25 high-quality games to play on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles. Game Pass Core is not a replacement for Xbox Live Gold, but rather a new service that offers access to the multiplayer network and a curated collection of some of the best Xbox Series X games.

Here are some key features of Game Pass Core:

• Games: Game Pass Core members have access to a catalog of over 25 games, which can be browsed and installed at xbox.com, the Xbox Game Pass mobile app, or on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles.

• Multiplayer: Game Pass Core includes online console multiplayer to quickly find the people you want to play with – whether it’s friends, family, or the greater Xbox community.

• Member deals: Game Pass Core members get access to member deals and discounts up to 50% off select games with Game Pass promotions.

• Games with Gold: Games with Gold has been discontinued, but you will still be able to access any games you redeemed in the past through Games with Gold as long as you are a current Game Pass Core or Game Pass Ultimate member.

• Price: The price for Game Pass Core is $10 a month or $60 a year, which is the same as the retail price for the defunct Xbox Live Gold subscription.

Game Pass Core is the cheapest offering from Microsoft that includes online multiplayer access. If you want to play new games on day one, you can upgrade to Game Pass Ultimate, which includes access to hundreds of high-quality games with friends on console, PC, and cloud.