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  • Sarah Bond recently announced that Xbox became the go-to platform for Diablo 4.
  • This was mainly because of its addition to Game Pass.
  • More Activision Blizzard titles are coming to Game Pass, making it more attractive.

Blizzard’s critically-acclaimed RPG, Diablo 4, launched on Game Pass on March 28, 2024. While the title is available on PC and all major consoles, there’s a strong argument to be made that Xbox Series X/S are the definitive platforms to experience the game, thanks in large part to Xbox Game Pass.

Sarah Bond, president of Xbox, recently shed light on the inclusion of Diablo 4 on the service, stating that it has propelled Xbox to the forefront.

Why it matters: Xbox Game Pass has revolutionized how players access and experience video games, offering an alternative to traditional retail purchases.

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Players can now enjoy Diablo 4 on Game Pass without paying the full price.

Sarah Bond revealed that Diablo 4 joining Xbox Game Pass has quickly made Xbox the go-to choice for the players. This achievement shows how well Microsoft’s plan to bring in Activision Blizzard games is working and how much gamers love Game Pass.

With more Activision Blizzard titles like COD coming to Game Pass, the subscription service is set to become even more popular.

Xbox has quickly become the #1 platform for D4 players.

-Sarah Bond, Xbox President

In addition to integrating Activision-Blizzard games into Xbox Game Pass, Microsoft is working on incorporating Battle.net into its ecosystem. This means players can easily enjoy a wide variety of games across different platforms.

For many gamers, buying a new AAA game can be expensive at first. But with Diablo 4 on Game Pass, Xbox removes this obstacle. Now, players can dive straight into the game without needing to spend a lot upfront.

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Diablo 4 in Game Pass will expose the game to a new audience.

This could mean more players joining in and making Diablo 4’s online community even livelier.

Moreover, Xbox Game Pass already offers a compelling value proposition with its extensive library of games. The addition of major releases improves the deal further for existing subscribers and entices potential newcomers to join the Game Pass ecosystem.

Last year, it was announced that Diablo 4 achieved 12 million players. Being on Game Pass means Diablo 4 gets to reach more people who might not have thought about buying it otherwise.

This could also mean more sales from in-game purchases, which is probably good news for both Blizzard and Microsoft.

In the future, Microsoft is gearing up for some big moves in gaming, with a bunch of exciting titles on the way. Upcoming releases like Hellblade 2, Avowed, and Indiana Jones show how committed the company is to delivering fun gaming experiences to its players.

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