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Why can't I play with friends on Xbox?

If you can't join a party
Press the Guide button  on your controller, go to settings, and then select System Settings. Select Network Settings. Select Wired Network or your wireless network name (if you're prompted to do so). Select Test Xbox Live Connection.
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Why is my Xbox not allowing me to play online?

Unplug the network cable from the back of your console. Inspect the cable's connector and the Xbox console's socket to make sure that they are clean and free of debris. Plug it back in, making sure it clicks into place. Follow the network cable to your router, gateway, or modem and unplug it.
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How do I allow friends to play on Xbox?

Allow or block multiplayer games

As the organizer of your family group, you can decide if a member can play multiplayer games with their friends. Open the Xbox Family Settings app, and then go to Settings. Select the Multiplayer tile, and then select the toggle switch to block or allow multiplayer features.
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Why can't my child play multiplayer on Xbox?

Log in to https://account.xbox.com/settings with the parent's Microsoft account. Click the child account's profile. Select Allow for You can create and join clubs, and You can join multiplayer games.
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How do I fix multiplayer not working on Xbox?

Press and hold the Xbox button  on the console for a minimum of 5 seconds to turn off the console. Unplug the power cord from the back of the modem. After one minute, plug the modem back in and wait for all the lights to return to their normal state. Turn on the console.
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How do I allow my child to play with friends on Xbox?

Allow or block multiplayer games
  1. Open the Xbox Family Settings app, and then go to Settings.
  2. Select the Multiplayer tile, and then select the toggle switch to block or allow multiplayer features.
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How do I allow my child to have friends on Xbox?

Press the Xbox button  again to open the guide, and then select Profile & system > Settings > Account > Family settings > Manage family members > Add to family > Add new. Have the person whom you want to add sign in by using their Microsoft account email address and password. When prompted, select Add to family.
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Does Xbox still require Xbox Live to play online?

For now, you need Xbox Live Gold to play any online multiplayer games except for certain free-to-play games such as Fortnite, Rocket League and Apex Legends. But here's the important takeaway: Xbox Game Pass (see below) includes Xbox Live Gold, and adds access to dozens of games, too.
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How to clear Xbox cache?

To clear the system cache
  1. Press the Guide button  on your controller, go to Settings, and select System Settings.
  2. Select Storage.
  3. Highlight but don't select a storage device, and then press the Y button  on your controller for Device Options. ...
  4. On the Device Options screen, select Clear System Cache.
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How to fix you cannot play online multiplayer because of how your Microsoft account is set up?

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  1. log in to your Microsoft account at xbox.com.
  2. Once signed in click your profile picture in the upper-right corner. ...
  3. In the Xbox profile click the privacy settings.
  4. In the Privacy & online safety click the "Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One/Windows 10 Online Safety" tab.
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Does Xbox Live still cost money?

Subscription continues automatically at regular price unless cancelled through your Microsoft Account. See terms*. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate includes Xbox Live Gold, hundreds of high-quality games, and an EA Play membership, all for one low monthly price.
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What do you need to play online on Xbox?

All you need is a Microsoft account, a broadband internet connection, HDMI-capable TV, and Xbox console.
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Do I need Xbox Live if I have game pass?

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate includes all benefits of Xbox Live Gold, which gives you access to multiplayer games on your console. (Free-to-play games include online multiplayer without an Xbox Live Gold subscription.)
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How do I enable online multiplayer on my Microsoft account?

To enable your multiplayer setting you can simply sign in to https://account.xbox.com/settings. If the system detects that your account is a child account you will be redirected to a support site and if not you will be able to change it successfully.
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How do I change my age on my Microsoft account?

For your reference, you can change the Date of birth for your account follow the steps below:
  1. Sign in to Your info on the Microsoft account website.
  2. Select Edit your personal info.
  3. Change your birthdate, and select Save.
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What is the age range for Xbox?

According to Fractus Learning, a company that recommends games and tools for children, even the earlier Xbox One is really only appropriate for kids age 7 and up. Common Sense Media's list of age-appropriate games for the Xbox One also only includes games for children over age 7.
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How do I turn off parental controls?

Procedure
  1. Open the Play Store app.
  2. Tap Menu.
  3. Tap Settings.
  4. Tap Parental controls.
  5. Slide to turn Parental controls to OFF.
  6. Enter 4 Digit PIN.
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How do you Unrestrict a child account on Xbox?

Step by Step instructions
  1. Go to Your Xbox account and sign into the Xbox Live account using the email address and password.
  2. On your account home screen click on the 'Security, family & forums' icon.
  3. Click on the 'Privacy settings' button.
  4. Select your protection level in each category to suit your family needs.
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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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Is Minecraft free on Xbox?

Minecraft is available with Xbox Game Pass on Xbox consoles. If you have an active Game Pass Ultimate or Game Pass for Console subscription, you can install and play Minecraft on your Xbox console.
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Is Xbox Live no longer $60 dollars?

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 Xbox Live still $60 a year?

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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