Xbox Lifts Online Multiplayer Paywall, Unveils Ad-Supported Game Pass Tiers

TL;DR
Microsoft has removed the Xbox Live multiplayer paywall, making online multiplayer free and revamping Game Pass with a Free Tier that includes ads plus multiple paid options (Starter, Premium, Ultimate, PC Game Pass). The company is also exploring an a la carte subscription model and rumored Netflix bundle, while Project Helix aims to unify console and PC gaming across devices.
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