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Xbox Game Passis a bang for your buck, but it seems like not everyone has been getting the full value of their dollar thanks to a simple misunderstanding.
One Xbox Game Pass user recently had an eye-opening moment when they realized that a feature they thought worked one way was actually quite different; a feature that, because of its name, they’ve been overlooking altogether and missing game opportunities over.
Xbox Game Pass User Realizes ‘Game Preview’ Was Not What They Thought It Was
It all began with a post on the r/XboxGamePass subreddit titled, “Just now learned ‘Game Preview’ means early access…”
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Like the title implies, in the post, the user expressed their surprise after they discovered that they had completely misunderstood what a ‘Game Preview’ was.
Just now learned “Game Preview” means early access…byu/RussianMonkey23inXboxGamePass
The user assumed that the tag meant they could play a limited portion of the game to try it out, kind of like a trial period. However, they only recently learned that it actually grants access to the full game.
The post led to a discussion among other users, several of whom agreed that the labeling could be a bit misleading.
Commentbyu/RussianMonkey23from discussioninXboxGamePass
One user agreed, but felt that the term ‘Early Access,’ could also be misleading, as it implies that you’re simply accessing a finished game ahead of others, rather than playing an incomplete version. As an alternative, they suggested ‘Beta Test.’
However, another user defended the term ‘Game Preview’ for the same reason the other user said that Early Access would be inaccurate.
So, What Exactly Is Xbox Game Preview?
Xbox Game Preview allows players to preview, purchase, and play digital titles that are still in development. You get to provide valuable feedback to developers and help shape the final product.
So, how does Xbox Game Preview work exactly? Well, Game Preview titles can be purchased and played like regular games, but with the understanding that they are still in progress.
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If you purchase a Game Preview game, you’re entitled to getting the full version of the game once it releases.
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Currently, you’ve got some exciting games available on Xbox Game Preview,includingPalworld,Valheim,Predecessor,Manor Lords, and7 Days to Die,among others.
All of these titles can be played for no extra cost through Xbox Game Pass. Now, coming back to the confusion expressed by the Reddit user, it’s understandable how the term ‘Game Preview’ could be misinterpreted. It’s definitely not an isolated incident if the replies to the post are anything to go by.
What are your thoughts on the situation? Have you had similar instances of confusion? Share your experiences in the comments below!
Vibha Hegde
Critic/Gaming Writer
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Vibha is an avid gamer that has been writing about video games for several years. When they’re not complaining about the lack of a Bloodborne sequel or brushing up on the Yokoverse lore, Vibha is busy watching 3-hour video essays on horror games they’re too scared to play themselves.
