Xbox Game Pass Adds GTA 5
Xbox Game Pass continues to redefine the way players access and enjoy an extensive range of games. The latest addition to the platform is the critically acclaimed GTA 5. Although GTA 5 has been available on Game Pass before, its return signifies the service's increasing value and presents a fantastic opportunity to experience or revisit one of the best PC games.
Xbox Game Pass is the defining feature of the latest console generation, offering a steady stream of diverse games that can be played on the go. This has transformed Microsoft's subscription service into the gaming equivalent of Netflix. Xbox has successfully built trust among players, establishing Game Pass as a valuable platform for publishers to reach a wider audience.
GTA 5 joining Xbox Game Pass highlights the platform's value in the current gaming ecosystem for all parties involved. While Xbox's approach may evolve in the future, it's important to appreciate and enjoy the benefits of Game Pass now, as they won't always be available. Notably, some of the biggest names in gaming are no longer part of the service. However, with the inclusion of popular titles like GTA 5, Game Pass continues to demonstrate its worth to players and studios.
GTA 5's Ongoing Success
Despite being six years old, GTA 5 still attracts players and generates significant revenue. During its last stint on Game Pass, the game's quarterly revenue increased from $179 million to $210 million. While some of this increase is due to it being a recent Game Pass addition, the service undoubtedly enhanced the game's exposure and the potential for selling more in-game items.
The real driving force behind GTA 5's continued success is its online multiplayer mode, GTA Online. This mode offers various in-game purchases, and the additional revenue they generate is what keeps the game thriving. In fact, GTA 5 makes more money from GTA Online than it ever did from sales of its single-player counterpart.
Adding GTA 5 to Game Pass isn't solely about getting as many people as possible to play the game, as it is already well-established. It is also about encouraging players to spend as much money as possible within its virtual economy, where the real profits lie.
GTA 6: The Highly Anticipated Sequel
The upcoming release of GTA 6 has generated much anticipation and is expected to be the biggest news story of the year. While no official details have been announced yet, we know that the game will be set in London and could potentially be Rockstar's final GTA installment.
While GTA Online is the main reason why GTA 5 remains relevant, the single-player experience of GTA 5 is also a significant selling point. GTA 5 is a well-polished masterpiece, and there's no better time to revisit and experience it than on Game Pass.
While Game Pass is often seen as beneficial for players but potentially detrimental to publishers in terms of lost sales, it is evident that for larger, long-running games like GTA 5, Game Pass offers benefits to both players and publishers.
If you want to learn more about the future of Xbox Game Pass, check out our breakdown of everything we know about the upcoming Xbox Game Pass 2, or explore our Game Pass games list to discover some of the best titles on the platform.
