After announcing the price increase, Microsoft has to limit the XGP stack purchase time

In the face of player dissatisfaction, Microsoft adjusted its XGP service strategy again. After announcing the price increase, Microsoft decided to limit the duration of stacked purchases and phase out the XGP console version service.

From September 18th, players will no longer be able to purchase XGP Console Edition subscriptions longer than 13 months. This move aims to phase out XGP Console Edition and replace it with the new "XGP Standard Edition". However, XGP Standard Edition will no longer include the benefit of "joining XGP on the first day", which undoubtedly reduces the attractiveness of the service.

The change has sparked a heated debate among gamers, some of whom believe that limiting stacking time and phasing out XGP consoles will significantly reduce the value of the game. They fear this will lead to player attrition and damage XGP's reputation and user base.

The motivation for Microsoft's move is unclear. Analysts have speculated that the company may want to increase revenue from XGP services by limiting stack purchases, while paving the way for XGP Standard Edition. However, some players have questioned whether this approach is good for long-term development.

XGP has been a popular service since its launch. Its low price and extensive game lineup have attracted a large number of players. But with the introduction of adjustments such as price increases and stacking time limits, player satisfaction with the XGP service is declining.

How Microsoft balances gamer interests and its own revenue in the future will be a focus of attention. Whether XGP will continue to attract gamers and maintain its leading position in the gaming subscription market remains to be seen.