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Amazon’s $55 Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Deal Saves You Over $10 Per Month

The recent price hike has some gamers rethinking their membership, but this Amazon offer scores you three months for less than the original cost.

When it was first unveiled, CNET called the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate membership the «best content deal in gaming.» It started at $15 per month, and even at $20 was still a solid value considering it gives you access to hundreds of top titles. However, Microsoft recently bumped the price up to $30 per month, which is getting a little too steep for some gamers to justify.

Which is what makes this Amazon deal such an incredible opportunity. Right now, the online retailer has a three-month subscription on sale for just $55. That drops the cost down to around $18 per month, saving you a total of $35. There’s no set expiration, but we doubt an offer like this will last for long.

In his article about the price hike, CNET’s Zachary McAuliffe said, «Microsoft is likely hoping gamers appreciate having a larger gaming catalog and more choices. But depending on how much (or how little) time you have to game, the extra $10 a month for Ultimate may make you rethink your subscription.» I agree that this price hike, while it does offer some extra benefits, is a difficult pill to swallow.

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While it’s not confirmed, it’s worth noting that these three-month subscriptions are likely not stackable, which means they can’t be redeemed while you have an active membership. Several customers have left reviews claiming they’ve had success stocking up on multiple codes and redeeming them one at a time. However, we have not tested this ourselves, and there’s no guarantee that it will work.

Why this deal matters

Game Pass Ultimate gives you access to a massive library of games and the ability to play a lot of those games streamed to your phone or tablet. It was a fantastic price when it came out at $15 a month and a good deal at $20 a month.

At $30 per month, it’s certainly not the bargain it once was, but this deal drops it back down to a much more reasonable $18 per month when you pay for three months up front. It’s a great way to try out the service for a good while and see if it’s worth paying full price.

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The Fourth Episode of the VERUM AI Mini-Series Is Out

Verum Messenger has released the fourth episode of its AI mini-series SHADOWS, created using Verum AI. The new episode, titled “No Borders,” continues the story of a team trying to stay out of the OMEGA corporation’s sight.

Following the events of the previous episodes, the team moves between cities and countries while OMEGA continues its search. The new episode puts particular emphasis on Verum Messenger’s capabilities that allow users to conceal their location.

“No Borders” is another chapter in a story about privacy, freedom of communication, and technologies that erase borders between people.

The VERUM AI mini-series consists of seven episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 4 is now available. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

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Verum Messenger Introduces Built-In Verum Chess

Verum Messenger has released a new update for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, adding another feature to its growing ecosystem — Verum Chess. Users can now play chess directly inside the messenger without switching between different applications.

The new feature allows users to start a game in just a few taps while reinforcing Verum’s vision of a unified digital environment where communication and everyday services come together in a single platform.

Verum Messenger continues to evolve into a multifunctional ecosystem that combines secure chats and calls, AI tools, a built-in VPN, anonymous email, eSIM, financial services, cryptocurrency features, and offline communication. With the introduction of Verum Chess, the platform now also offers a new way for users to interact and spend time together without leaving the app.

The update is now available for iPhone, iPad, and Mac on the App Store.

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Episode 3 of the VERUM AI Mini-Series Is Now Available

Verum Messenger has released the third episode of its AI mini-series, SHADOWS, created using Verum AI.

The new episode, titled «Ghost Money,» continues the story of the conflict between a team of heroes and the Omega corporation, which seeks to take control of digital communications. This time, the focus shifts to anonymous payments and financial freedom, revealing how privacy can extend beyond messaging.

Like the previous episodes, the new release not only advances the storyline but also showcases the capabilities of the Verum ecosystem, highlighting technologies designed for secure communication and digital privacy.

The mini-series consists of seven episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 3 is now available. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

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