Remember Xbox Live Gold? Now it's called Xbox Game Pass Core, and you can get a 12-month membership for $49.99 instead of $59. If you're new to gaming or shopping for a gamer, here's what that means.

The Microsoft Store also has a sale on a 12 Month pre-paid Xbox Live Gold card. Normally priced at $59.99, the current price is $15 off at $44.99.