Microsoft recently announced that it will be cutting down the length of its Xbox Game Pass trials just days before the release of popular game Starfield. The move comes as Microsoft looks to capitalize on the excitement around upcoming titles like Starfield by allowing gamers to take advantage of promotional offers.
Announced by Xbox Game Pass, the trial length was reduced from 14 days to 7 days, giving gamers a shorter window to take advantage of Game Pass and its extensive library of over 100 titles. By cutting the time, Microsoft can better optimize itself for the upcoming launch of Starfield and the subsequent influx of players eager to play the much anticipated title.
The news was well-received by gamers, who now have an even shorter window of time to take advantage of the trial and play as many of the titles in the Xbox Game Pass library before the eventual release of Starfield. The library boasts a wide variety of titles spanning multiple genres from indie and major publishers, including the likes of Bethesda, Warner Bros, and EA; giving gamers a huge selection of games to try out.
Microsoft also revealed that Xbox Game Pass members will be getting access to the upcoming Starfield as soon as it’s available. Also, those gamers who have an active Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription can even pre-order the game at a discounted rate.
In addition to the news on the trial length, Microsoft also announced the return of the popular 2x the adventure promotion, where Xbox Game Pass members can earn double the rewards with select Xbox adventures.
With its decision to shorten the trial length and offerings like the 2x the adventure promotion, Microsoft hopes to capitalize on the buzz around Starfield and the Xbox Game Pass library to draw in more gamers. Time will tell if this move pays off, but it’s sure to make the wait for Starfield a bit more exciting for gamers eagerly awaiting the game’s release.