Xbox Game Pass may cut game sales by up to 80%, but it also helps games reach more players and boosts sales on other platforms.

Although each game's specific number can vary, and this is just "anecdotal" information that's been passed around, Dring says that "games that are in Game Pass can expect to lose around 80% of its expected premium sales on Xbox".

Microsoft is allowing PC Game Pass members over the age of 18 to earn rewards by playing PC games, a perk previously available only to console gamers with a Game Pass Ultimate subscription. This update goes into effect on January 7.