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Xbox Game Pass Records Growth After Indiana Jones, Call of Duty, but Hardware Sales Drop

by Aaron Mar 18,2025

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced during today's Q2 investor call that Indiana Jones and The Dial of Destiny has attracted 4 million players.

This achievement shines brightly in an otherwise unremarkable earnings report for Microsoft's gaming division. MachineGames' latest title, lauded by critics and award-winning, has clearly resonated with players. While precise sales figures remain elusive due to its inclusion in Xbox Game Pass, 4 million players represent a significant accomplishment, especially given the uncertainty surrounding a modern, AAA Indiana Jones game.

We were huge fans, describing it as an "irresistible and immersive global treasure hunt" and nominating it for Game of the Year and Best Xbox Game. Read our full review here.

PlayElsewhere in the Xbox ecosystem, Microsoft reported a 30% increase in Game Pass PC subscriptions last quarter, setting a new quarterly revenue record. Cloud gaming saw a staggering 140 million hours streamed. These successes contributed to a 2% growth in Xbox content and services revenue.

However, challenges remain. Despite exceeding expectations, overall gaming revenue dipped 7%, and Xbox hardware revenue fell by 29%.

In summary, Microsoft still faces uphill battles in the console and hardware markets. Nevertheless, its continued investment in Game Pass is demonstrating tangible returns. The strong growth of Game Pass on PC is understandable, given last quarter's impressive lineup of Game Pass day-one titles for Ultimate subscribers, including Indiana Jones and The Dial of Destiny, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, and Microsoft Flight Simulator.

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