Not long ago, I covered a newly surfaced codename, "TRITON," discovered by @redphx on X (formerly Twitter), who routinely tracks Game Pass updates through Microsoft’s public-facing backend.

Since Triton was uncovered, redphx has now identified another codename appearing alongside it, called “Duet.”

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For now, it sits alongside Asha Sharma’s recent wave of updates to Xbox, including new customization features and recent changes to the achievement system.

Sharma has also confirmed that a dedicated team is now focused on long-requested features. That gives some hope that Xbox could be on a steady road to recovery, or at the very least one that improves its public perception.

Would you be excited to see more variety in Game Pass tiers, or do you think Xbox needs to address last year’s price increase first?

While it is encouraging to see Xbox seemingly explore new ways to add value, the core issue still remains. Right now, the service does not let users pay for what they actually want. For example, I should not be paying $30 a month for Ultimate because it includes Fortnite Crew when I don't even play Fortnite.

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Adam is a Psychology Master’s graduate passionate about gaming, community building, and digital engagement. A lifelong Xbox fan since 2001, he started with Halo: Combat Evolved and remains an avid achievement hunter. Over the years, he has engaged with several Discord communities, helping them get established and grow. Gaming has always been more than a hobby for Adam—it’s where he’s met many friends, taken on new challenges, and connected with communities that share his passion.