Microsoft has announced a new way to subscribe to Xbox Game Pass, and it's part of your phone plan. T-Mobile has announced a new offering called "T-Mix," and it allows users to pick and choose the services they want included in their plan--one of the options is Xbox Game Pass. Game Pass is now included with T-Mobile. T-Mix rolls out in November, and at that point, people can choose Game Pass Ultimate or Premium to be included with their phone plan. Microsoft noted in its announcement that this is the first time ever that Xbox Game Pass has been available through a wireless plan in the US. The T-Mix plans start at $55/month for one line, and this includes one pick that could be Game Pass. T-Mix More is $75/month and includes two picks; T-Mix Loaded is $95/month and includes three picks. Subscribers can change their picks every three months, and some of the other options beyond Game Pass i
Xbox Game Pass Is Now Included With A Phone Plan

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