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Does Xbox Live Gold do anything for PC?

Do I need Xbox Live Gold to play online multiplayer games on PC? No. There's no additional charge to play online multiplayer games on PC.
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What do you get with Xbox Live Gold on PC?

Xbox Live Gold
  1. Play over 100 high-quality games for console, PC, phones and tablets.
  2. Play games from the cloud.
  3. New games added all the time.
  4. Xbox Game Studio titles available the same day as release.
  5. Exclusive member discounts and deals.
  6. Free Perks, including in-game content and partner offers.
  7. Xbox Live Gold.
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How do I claim my Xbox Live Gold games on PC?

How to redeem Xbox Games with Gold titles from a PC
  1. Search for Xbox Console Companion from the Start menu on your Windows 10 PC.
  2. Click the Microsoft Store tab within the app and then click Browse Game Catalog. ...
  3. Search for this month's Xbox Games with Gold titles.
  4. Click the game. ...
  5. Redeem the free game.
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Are Xbox Live Gold games free forever?

Games with Gold titles are available for free to Xbox Live Gold and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members for a month at a time.
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How to play Xbox games on PC for free?

Play Xbox Games on PC via Xbox Cloud Gaming.
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It depends.
  1. If the Xbox game supports the Xbox Play Anywhere service, you don't need to purchase it on PC again. ...
  2. If the Xbox game is included in the Xbox Game Pass for PC service and you have the Game Pass Ultimate subscription, you can play the game on PC for free.
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Is PC Game Pass worth it?

If you're someone that enjoys both PC and Console Gaming, Game Pass Ultimate is worth upgrading to. Some games are better on certain formats, and the cloud gaming and Gold features built-in means you're still getting a good deal.
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Does Minecraft require Xbox Live Gold on PC?

No you don't need a Gold subscription to play online with a PC. Happy Gaming!
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Can you still play games after Xbox Game Pass expires PC?

Can I still play games after they leave Game Pass? Games you install using Xbox Game Pass remain playable once they've left the Game Pass catalog only when you buy them—and you get a hefty discount when you buy games as an Xbox Game Pass subscriber. When you buy games at a discount, those games are yours to keep.
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Is PC Game Pass permanent?

Subscription continues automatically at Rs. 349/month unless cancelled through your Microsoft Account. See terms. Requires Windows 10/11 (version 22H1 or higher) and the Xbox app to play PC games. Get help here.
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How do I keep Xbox Game Pass PC games forever?

To keep playing the DLC, you need to buy the game itself from the Microsoft Store or on disc. As long as you were signed in to the Xbox network the last time you played, your achievements, game saves, and game progress will all be there.
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How does Xbox Game Pass work on PC?

PC Game Pass is a monthly subscription service that offers a library of full games to download and play on your machine without any further fees. The list of games is curated and updated each month, with some added and some less popular titles being removed.
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Is Xbox Live free now?

Xbox Live Gold

Signing up to Xbox Live is free, but a recurring subscription fee is required to access for Gold. Features that require a Gold subscription include online multiplayer in non-multiplayer games, game recording and media sharing.
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Can I play Minecraft on my Xbox if I bought it on PC?

Nope. Minecraft Xbox (Bedrock) and Minecraft PC (Java) are not compatible and therefore cannot be played on different devices.
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What is Xbox Live Gold used for?

As an Xbox Live Gold Member, you get the most advanced multiplayer, bonus games, and exclusive member discounts in Microsoft Store. With Xbox Live Gold, you can stay connected with friends, family, and Xbox Live members around the world. Sign in for your available offers.
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Is Game Pass better on PC or Xbox?

Whether you play games on Xbox One or PC, the Xbox Game Pass for Console and the Xbox Game Pass for PC offer the same benefits, but for its corresponding platform. The subscription choice here is obvious depending on the platform you use for gaming. However, the best choice is actually the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
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Is PC Game Pass the same as Xbox Gold?

But here's the important takeaway: Xbox Game Pass (see below) includes Xbox Live Gold, and adds access to dozens of games, too. Anyone interested in Gold should check out Game Pass first.
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How much is PC Game Pass every month?

Global. Play hundreds of high-quality PC games with friends including new day one titles and get an EA Play membership. With games added all the time, you always have something new to play. Subscription continues automatically at $9.99/mo.
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Do I have to buy Minecraft again if I get a new computer?

Already bought the game? If you've recently updated your device and need a new version of Minecraft, you don't have to buy it again. Returning users can redownload the game at no additional cost.
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Is Java free if you have Bedrock?

No, only the account that purchased Java or Bedrock will have access to Java Edition.
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Can I play Minecraft on my Xbox and PC with the same account?

Since the release of the Bedrock Edition, Minecraft has supported cross-platform play. This means that you can play the game with your friends no matter which platform they might be playing on including mobile, PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
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Did Xbox 360 shut down?

Microsoft will not be closing down the Xbox 360 Marketplace, the company tells The Verge, even though text on an official Xbox support page indicated that was the plan. Earlier this week, Microsoft said that it would be pulling many beloved games like Jet Set Radio and The Orange Box from the 360 store on February 7th.
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What's the difference between Xbox Live and Gold?

In short, Xbox Live is free to use and gives you basic online functionality, while Xbox Live Gold has a monthly fee that lets you play games online and comes with special bonuses. Things get a little more confusing when you learn about the Xbox Game Pass, but it too is straightforward.
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Is Xbox Live free on PC?

No Xbox Live subscription is needed to play games on PC. However, all Xbox console players must have an Xbox Live Gold membership to play multiplayer.
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Can I use my Game Pass on PC and Xbox at the same time?

Is there a plan for Xbox Game Pass if I want to play on both PC and my Xbox console? Yes! Go to Xbox Game Pass and get Xbox Game Pass Ultimate to enjoy all the benefits of Xbox Live Gold and Xbox Game Pass on both your console and Windows 10/11 device.
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