Microsoft and Discord have officially launched their long-rumored partnership, bundling Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition with Discord Nitro subscriptions. This move delivers instant access to select Game Pass titles like Stardew Valley and Fallout 4 for Nitro users, marking a strategic play to bridge social gaming and subscription services.

Xbox Game Pass and Discord Nitro Partnership

What’s Included in the Bundle?

The Game Pass Starter Edition offers a curated selection of titles, currently featuring:

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Stardew Valley (beloved farming sim/RPG)
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Fallout 4 (post-apocalyptic open-world RPG)

"This is just the beginning. We’re planning to expand the Game Pass Starter catalog over time," a Microsoft spokesperson confirmed to Eurogamer.

Additional perks include:

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Exclusive Discord Nitro benefits like custom emojis and server boosts
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Cloud gaming access via Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta) for supported titles

Why This Partnership Matters

Microsoft’s integration with Discord underscores a broader strategy:

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Targeting Discord’s 250M+ monthly users, many of whom are gamers
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Lowering the barrier to entry for Game Pass by tying it to an existing subscription
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Strengthening cross-platform play between Xbox, PC, and mobile

Discord Nitro subscribers gain access to Game Pass Starter

Community Reaction & Future Plans

Early feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with Discord users praising the inclusion of Stardew Valley and Fallout 4. Reddit threads highlight excitement for potential future additions, like Palworld or Halo Infinite.

Key takeaways:

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No extra cost for Nitro subscribers ($9.99/month remains unchanged)
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Mobile-friendly: Play via cloud streaming on Android/iOS
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More games coming — Microsoft teases "regular updates" to the Starter lineup

This collaboration signals Microsoft’s aggressive push into social-gaming hybrids. With Discord Nitro’s perks and Game Pass’s expanding library, it’s a win-win for gamers who live where play and communication collide. Keep an eye out for September 2026, when Microsoft plans to announce the next wave of Starter Edition titles.

Xbox Game Pass Starter + Discord Nitro Bundle 2026

What’s Included in the Bundle?

Why This Partnership Matters

Community Reaction & Future Plans