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Is Xbox Live Gold or Ultimate better?

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate includes all the benefits of Xbox Live Gold, plus hundreds of high-quality console and PC games. Play new Xbox Game Studios titles the same day they release, plus recent hits.
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Should I get Xbox Gold or Ultimate?

Are you someone who is going to play a few games online and only those games on a regular basis? Then you'll want Xbox Live Gold. On the other hand, if you want what is the equivalent to "Netflix for video games," then Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is an easy choice.
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Is Xbox Live Ultimate worth it?

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is an obvious purchase for anyone planning to play games on both Xbox and PC. It's cheaper than paying for each platform's library separately, and includes online play for the console, which would be worth the monthly fee alone.
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Does Xbox Ultimate give you free games?

Games with Gold is a benefit of both Xbox Live Gold and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. The program provides Xbox Live Gold and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members with free, hand-selected games every month.
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Do you get to keep games forever with the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate?

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.
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Difference Between Xbox Game Pass And Xbox Live Gold

How do I upgrade my gold to Ultimate?

Any prepaid time up to the maximum of three years got the upgrade.
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How to convert Xbox Live Gold (or Xbox Game Pass) to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate
  1. Buy Xbox Live Gold.
  2. Buy 1 month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
  3. Agree to a conversion of your Gold and/or standard Game Pass subscription(s) to Game Pass Ultimate.
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Why is Xbox Gold more expensive?

Microsoft is raising prices for Xbox Live Gold memberships in certain markets in an apparent effort to convert more users to its Xbox Game Pass Ulimate, and the gaming community is not receiving the news well.
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How much is a year of Game Pass Ultimate?

Get an Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S console, plus 24 months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, starting at $24.99 a month for 24 months.
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Is Xbox Game Pass Ultimate $1 every month?

Microsoft's top-tier gaming streamer is $14.99 a month, but new subscribers can get the first month of access for just $1. Not only is this cheaper than the standard Ultimate fee, but also a discount from the Game Pass console and PC fee of $9.99 a month.
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Is Xbox Game Pass Ultimate $1 a month?

New Game Pass subscribers can no longer get their first month for a dollar, as Microsoft has stopped offering its introductory Game Pass promotion. In a statement to The Verge, Xbox head of global communications Kari Perez confirmed that the offer is no more.
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Is Xbox Live Gold free now?

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.
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Will 12 month Xbox Live Gold still work?

Microsoft is no longer offering an annual subscription to Xbox Live Gold. Reports emerged last week that the 12-month option had disappeared from the company's website across all territories, but a statement to True Achievements has now confirmed its removal.
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How to get Xbox Gold free?

This option is near the top of the drop-down menu. Click Services & subscriptions. It's a tab in the blue ribbon at the top of the page. Click Try Xbox Live Gold for free.
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Can I switch from Ultimate to gold?

Select Account > Subscriptions, choose your subscription, and follow the steps to cancel. Note The upgrade of any prepaid time to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate can't be reverted back to Xbox Live Gold, Xbox Game Pass, or EA Play, and you can't receive a refund for these subscriptions.
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How do I convert my Xbox Gold to Game Pass Ultimate?

Once you buy the $1 Game Pass Ultimate trial, your prepaid months of Xbox Live Gold will automatically convert. It's now safe to take advantage of the $1 Game Pass Ultimate trial.
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What happens if you don't renew Xbox Live Gold?

When this happens, you lose access to the subscription and its benefits. For example, if a renewal charge fails for your Xbox Live Gold subscription, you are locked out, and online multiplayer only works in free-to-play games. When this happens, you also lose your offer for Games with Gold.
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Can you pay for Xbox Live annually?

Microsoft has confirmed that it is no longer selling one-year Xbox Live Gold subscriptions, leading to speculation about the future. “At this time, Xbox has decided to remove the 12 months Xbox Live Gold SKU from the Microsoft Online Store,” a Microsoft statement explains.
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How much is Xbox Live now?

New and existing members can continue to enjoy Xbox Live Gold for the same prices they pay today. In the US, $9.99 for 1-month, $24.99 for 3-months, $39.99 for 6-months and $59.99 for retail 12-months.
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Is 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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Why do I need Xbox Live Gold?

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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How much does 1 month of Xbox Ultimate cost?

Xbox Games Pass Ultimate is priced at $14.99/£10.99 a month. You can cancel at any time. As mentioned, it includes Xbox Live Gold, Xbox Games Pass for PC and EA Play. Plus, Microsoft's cloud service, Cloud Gaming, is part of Ultimate at no extra cost.
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What is the best Xbox game plan?

If you want to make the most out of your Xbox console or you like to play on various platforms, then Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is a fantastic upgrade. It comes bundled with myriad features like EA Play, Xbox Live Gold and the chance to play games via PC or mobile devices, making it a more versatile subscription service.
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