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Xbox Game Pass Essential is the basic Microsoft subscription for Xbox consoles: it unlocks online multiplayer and includes a selection of games for the whole duration. Available in the 3, 6 and 12 month variants, it is redeemed on your Microsoft account. The plan was previously called Xbox Game Pass Core.

Why choose Xbox Game Pass Essential

On Xbox consoles online play is not covered by buying the game: to face other people over the network an active subscription is needed. Essential is the plan that covers this without paying for the full package.

On top of multiplayer come a selection of titles playable for the whole subscription and the discounts reserved for subscribers on the store. It is the plan for anyone who mostly plays the games they already own and only wants the online part.

What Xbox Game Pass Essential is and what it is for

Xbox Game Pass Essential is the entry plan of the Game Pass family, the one that took the place of the old Xbox Live Gold subscription. It is activated on the Microsoft account and applies to every console linked to that account.

Compared with the Ultimate plan, what stays out are games on Windows PCs, cloud streaming, EA Play and access to Microsoft Studios titles on release day: anyone looking for those will find the full comparison in the table above.

Key features

• Online multiplayer
  Unlocks network play on Xbox consoles: it is the requirement for playing most titles online.
• Included games
  A selection of titles stays playable for the whole duration of the subscription, with no separate purchase.
• Store discounts
  Offers reserved for subscribers on games, add-on content and seasons.
• Cloud saves
  Progress stays on the account: change console and you resume where you left off.
• Activation on the account
  The code is redeemed on the Microsoft account and applies to every console linked to it.
• No automatic renewal
  You buy the duration you want and the subscription stops at expiry, with no surprise charges.
• Added to the current period
  If you already have an active subscription, the code extends it instead of replacing it.
• Fast delivery by email
  You receive the code within a few minutes of your order, ready to redeem.

Feature overview of Xbox Game Pass Essential

Comparison: Xbox Game Pass Essential and Ultimate

System requirements

To redeem the code you need a Microsoft account and an internet connection. The subscription is used on Xbox consoles and, on the Ultimate plan, on Windows PCs and streaming to supported devices as well. For details see the "Requirements" tab on the product page.

Why are subscriptions priced so low?

The subscription codes are bought in volume and resold below list price. The code you receive is an official Microsoft one and is redeemed directly on your account.

What do I receive after purchase?

By purchasing this product you will receive the subscription code to redeem on your Microsoft account and complete instructions for activation.

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• Fast delivery by email
  You receive the license and the download link within a few minutes of your order.
• Always free support
  Our technicians assist you via Live Chat and email, at no additional cost.
• Invoice included
  The invoice is issued automatically once the purchase is complete.
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How to buy and activate

1. Choose your edition
   Select the version you need and complete your order in a few clicks.
2. Receive the license by email
   Within a few minutes you receive the official download link and the license for activation.
3. Redeem the code
   Sign in to your Microsoft account, open the code redemption section and enter the one you received: the subscription starts at once.
4. Support included
   For any question our technicians are available via Live Chat and email.

How to activate Xbox Game Pass Essential

After purchase you receive the subscription code by email. Sign in to your Microsoft account from the Xbox console or from a browser, open the code redemption section, enter the one you received and confirm: the subscription starts at once and its duration is added to any period already running. If in doubt, our technicians guide you step by step.

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