1. Microsoft has increased the prices of several Xbox Game Pass tiers and introduced a new 'Standard' subscription without day-one access to first-party games. 2. Amazon is currently offering a 10% discount on 3-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate digital codes, allowing users to bypass the price hike. 3. By purchasing multiple codes, users can lock in a lower rate for up to 36 months, saving $179.76 over the new rate.