Diablo IV, the highly anticipated game from Activision Blizzard, is set to launch on Xbox Game Pass on March 28th.
Microsoft’s Acquisition and the Road to Xbox Game Pass
Following Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard, fans speculated about the inclusion of its games in the subscription service. However, Microsoft Gaming’s Phil Spencer clarified that titles like Call of Duty would arrive on the platform by 2024.
Diablo IV: A Gamechanger in the Gaming Landscape
Diablo IV was one of the biggest hits of the previous year, with its seasonal updates continuing to captivate players. Bringing the game to Game Pass will expose it to a wider audience of subscribers.
Growing Xbox Game Pass Subscribers
Xbox Game Pass currently boasts 34 million subscribers, marking a 36% increase from the previous report over two years ago.
Dynamics of Subscription Growth
While console subscription growth has slowed, PC subscriptions are on the rise, as noted by Phil Spencer in an interview with the Wall Street Journal.
Microsoft’s Ambitious Goals
Microsoft aimed to reach 100 million Xbox Game Pass subscribers by 2030. However, achieving this target seems unlikely, with actual growth falling short of expectations.
